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Joy Brooks

Crispy Chicken Breast Pan Fried

Golden-crisp exterior with tender, juicy chicken inside – this double-dredged pan-fried chicken breast with Parmesan creates restaurant-quality results in minutes!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American
Calories: 621

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2-3 medium cloves garlic smashed and minced
  • teaspoons salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups 240g all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 5 large eggs
  • 4 oz ¾ cup/100g freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoons dried or fresh parsley
  • ½ cup 8 tablespoons/100g neutral cooking oil
  • ¼ cup 4 tablespoons/57g butter

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Meat tenderizer or rolling pin
  • Plastic wrap or parchment paper
  • 2 shallow bowls for dredging
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Tongs
  • Wire cooling rack
  • Baking sheet
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Carefully cut each chicken breast in half horizontally to make 8 thin slices or cutlets.
  2. Pound cutlets between plastic wrap until even thickness (about ½-inch).
  3. Season chicken with garlic, ¾ teaspoon salt, and pepper.
  4. In one bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  5. In second bowl, whisk eggs, Parmesan, parsley, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt.
  6. Dredge each chicken piece first in flour, then egg mixture, then back in flour, pressing to adhere.
  7. Heat half the oil and butter in skillet over medium heat.
  8. Cook chicken in batches, 5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  9. Rest cooked chicken on wire rack and repeat with remaining oil, butter and chicken.
  10. Optional: Sprinkle with extra salt and Parmesan while hot.

Notes

  • For maximum crispiness, don't overcrowd the pan and maintain proper oil temperature.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a 350°F oven on a wire rack for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness.