Easy Recipes: Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Cutlets
These oven-baked chicken cutlets are perfectly crispy, tender, and quick to make. A healthier take on a family favorite.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or Italian-style)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp milk
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly spray with olive oil.
- Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
- In one bowl, whisk together the egg and milk. In another bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, and seasonings.
- Dip each chicken cutlet into the egg mixture, then coat in the breadcrumb mixture. Press lightly to ensure coating sticks.
- Place coated cutlets on the prepared baking sheet. Spray tops lightly with olive oil.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.