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" Crispy Gluten-Free Chicken Cutlets" - Chicken cutlets: make these incredibly crispy, golden-brown gluten-free chicken cutlets with a flavorful parmesan breadi

" Crispy Gluten-Free Chicken Cutlets"

Chicken cutlets: make these incredibly crispy, golden-brown gluten-free chicken cutlets with a flavorful parmesan breading. Perfect for a quick, family-friendly meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

  • 2 , 8 oz chicken breasts
  • salt and pepper
  • 1/2 cup gluten-free flour blend
  • 1-1 /2 cups gluten-free panko-style breadcrumbs (Kikkomen brand recommended)
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil

Method
 

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels then slice them into 3/4 – 1" wide strips. You should get 4 slices per 8oz chicken breast.
  2. Working one at a time, place a strip CUT SIDE UP on a cutting board then cover with a piece of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to gently pound the strip down and out as thin as possible without tearing the chicken. Transfer to a large platter or half sheet pan then repeat with the remaining chicken strips. Season both sides of each cutlet lightly with salt and pepper then refrigerate while you set up the breading station.
  3. To a shallow bowl, add the gluten-free flour then season lightly with salt and pepper and stir with a fork to combine.
  4. To another shallow bowl, add the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, dried parsley, dried basil, and garlic powder then season lightly with salt and pepper and stir with the fork to combine.
  5. To a third shallow bowl add the eggs and 1 Tablespoon water then season lightly with salt and pepper and whisk with the fork to combine.
  6. Line the bowls up in the following order: flour, eggs, breadcrumbs.
  7. Use your left hand to dip one cutlet at a time into the seasoned flour then shake off any excess. Place it into the egg mixture.
  8. Use your right hand to coat both sides of the cutlet in the egg mixture then let the excess drip off. Place it in the breadcrumb mixture.

Notes

- For extra crispy gluten-free chicken cutlets, ensure your oil is at a consistent medium-high heat (around 350°F / 175°C) before adding the chicken.
- Cook chicken cutlets until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure food safety and optimal juiciness. I once undercooked a batch trying to rush it, and it just wasn't the same. Patience is key!
- Store any leftover cooked chicken cutlets in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-15 minutes for best crispness.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.