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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Breading Process
- 3
Set up Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place the flour in the first dish, whisk the eggs in the second dish, and put the breadcrumbs in the third dish.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Dip each seasoned chicken breast first into the flour, coating both sides. Shake off any excess flour. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
Cooking
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it shimmers.
- 6
Cook the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts in the hot oil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
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