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Crispy Chicken Romano Cutlets with Peppery Arugula Salad

Crusted Romano Chicken Cutlets are the only way I'll make chicken cutlets again! Dredge them in a seasoned flour, eggs, and finally the cheesiest Romano cheese and panko breadcrumb coating. These are to die for!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Chicken
Author: Marzia

Ingredients

Chicken Romano:

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken cut into 6 strips vertically
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs whisked
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ¾ cup Pecorino Romano grated
  • cup parmesan cheese grated
  • cup avocado oil or other high heat

Salad:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons dijon
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3-4 ounces baby arugula
  • ½ cup sliced red onions soaked in cold water and drained
  • ½ cup sliced thinly sliced Granny Smith apples
  • cup shredded parmesan

Instructions

  • POUND THEM: Place individual chicken strips between layers of parchment paper and pound them into ¼- ½ inch thick slices using a meat tenderizer. Sprinkle chicken with a big pinch of kosher salt on both sides; set aside for now.
  • DREDED STATION: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper and whisk to combine. In another bowl, add the panko, pecorino, and parmesan, whisk to combine. In a third bowl, crack the eggs and whisk until the eggs are airy and light.
  • DREDGE THEM: dunk the chicken in the flour mixture, press to coat, shake off excess. Then place cutlet in the egg wash and make sure no dry bits remain. Transfer to panko mixture. Press the cutlet down so the breading adheres. Place cutlets on a clean plate. Continue dredging the same way.
  • GET READY: Heat avocado oil in a sauté pan or a skillet over medium-high heat. Check to see if the oil is hot by dropping a panko crumb. It should sizzle immediately.
  • FRY: the cutlets in small batches (2-3 pieces at a time) Allow the chicken to cook for 3-5 minutes total, flipping the chicken around the halfway mark. The chicken should be golden brown. Remove to a wire rack placed on a baking sheet. Continue cooking remaining cutlets the same way. Add more oil if needed.
  • MAKE THE SALAD: Combine olive oil, dijon, lemon juice, honey and in a mason jar with a lid. Add a big pinch of salt and freshly cracked pepper. Shake until mixed. In a salad bowl, add arugula, onions, apple and toss in a couple tablespoons of the dressing. Taste and add more dressing as desired. Top with shredded parmesan.
  • SERVE: Place cutlets on plate and top with the prepared salad or serve on the side immediately.
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