Ingredients
– 2 large chicken breasts, halved through their thickness and pounded to 1/2-inch thick
– 1/2 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup shredded provolone cheese (or additional mozzarella if preferred)
– 1 lemon
– 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano, plus 1 teaspoon for garnish
– 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
– 1/3 cup finely shredded Romano cheese
– 2 teaspoons lemon zest (from about 1 lemon)
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/3 cup flour
– 1 egg
– 2 teaspoons olive oil for frying
– Salt and pepper to taste
– 4 lemon wedges for serving
– 2 teaspoons minced fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
1-Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC): Lightly salt each side of the chicken cutlets and let them stand at room temperature for 10 minutes to enhance flavor.
2-Whisk the flour and egg together in one shallow dish: In another dish, combine panko bread crumbs, Romano cheese, oregano, lemon zest, garlic powder, and pepper for the coating.
3-Pat the chicken dry: Dredge each cutlet in the egg and flour mixture, letting excess drip off, then coat both sides in the panko mixture, pressing the crumbs to stick.
4-Heat olive oil in a 10-inch non-stick skillet over medium-high heat: Fry two chicken cutlets at a time without moving until the bottom is crispy and golden, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook for another 2 minutes, then repeat with the remaining cutlets.
5-Place the fried chicken on a baking sheet with a rim: Top each piece with mozzarella and provolone cheese to create that melty, cheesy layer.
6-Bake until the cheese melts and the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165ยฐF (74ยฐC), which takes about 8-10 minutes for juicy results.
7-Remove from the oven, sprinkle with the remaining oregano and parsley if using, and serve warm with lemon wedges for an extra zing.
Last Step:
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๐ Bright lemon zest enhances the fresh flavors and balances the cheese richness.
๐ณ Pressing panko firmly ensures a crispy, flavorful crust.
๐ฟ Use fresh herbs for garnish to add vibrant color and aroma.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying, Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken cutlet
- Calories: 500
- Fat: 39 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Protein: 23 g
