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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Breading Process
- 3
Set Up Breading Stations
In three separate shallow dishes, place flour in the first, beaten eggs in the second, and mix breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese in the third.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off, and then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 6
Cook the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts in the hot oil. Cook for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 7
Drain the Chicken
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 8
Plate the Chicken
Arrange the chicken on a serving platter.
- 9
