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March 16, 2026
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My Chicken Milanese is a quick, crispy, golden-breaded chicken cutlet that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your kitchen without the fuss. This foolproof recipe is ready in just 20 minutes using simple ingredients and tested tips for juicy, crunchy results every time.
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to broil.
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Pour bread crumbs into a shallow dish and set aside.
3
Pat chicken dry with a paper towel.
4
Place the chicken on a cutting board, then slice through the middle (as if you were to butterfly each chicken breast, but slice all the way through).
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Spread approximately 1 Tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of the chicken breasts.
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Place each chicken breast one at a time in the bread crumbs, then season and spread mayonnaise on the bare side. Flip over and coat the other side of the chicken breast with bread crumbs.
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Remove breaded chicken to a clean plate and repeat breading process with all chicken halves.
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Place oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Once oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
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Remove the chicken to a 9″x16″ casserole dish.
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Broil the chicken about 2-3 minutes until tops are nicely browned.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pound Evenly for Uniform Cooking 🔨Use a meat mallet to pound chicken breasts to ¼-inch thickness, ensuring even cooking and preventing dry edges while keeping centers juicy.
- Double-Dredge for Extra Crunch 🥣After the initial panko coating, dip the breaded cutlet back into mayonnaise and panko for a second layer—this creates an irresistibly crispy, golden crust.
- Mayo-Based Binder Stays Crispier 🥄Use mayonnaise instead of egg wash; its oil content helps the panko adhere better and fry to a crunchier, more golden finish than traditional wet binders.
- Oil Temperature is Non-Negotiable 🌡️Maintain oil at 350°F using a thermometer—too cool creates greasy, soggy breading, while too hot burns the exterior before cooking the chicken through.
- Rest Before Serving for Perfect Texture ⏱️Let cooked cutlets rest on a wire rack for 2-3 minutes to allow steam to escape, preserving the crispy exterior while keeping the interior tender and moist.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
High Protein
Low Sugar
Low Carb
Keto Friendly
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