Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Garlic Butter

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Tender chicken cutlets coated with a crisp parmesan and breadcrumb crust, pan-fried and finished with a fragrant garlic butter sauce. This australian-inspired chicken ready in about 27 minutes pairs grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, all-purpose flour for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 Australian cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 4 thinly sliced chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch. Season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Set out three shallow bowls: one with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, one with 2 beaten large eggs, and one with a mixture of 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 cup panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Step 3: Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat thoroughly with the Parmesan-panko mixture.
  4. Step 4: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until the butter foams. Add the chicken cutlets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Step 5: Remove chicken from the pan and reduce heat to low. Add remaining 2 tbsp butter and 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Spoon the garlic butter over the chicken cutlets and sprinkle with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Garlic Butter take to make?

Total time is about 27 minutes (15 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Garlic Butter?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep grated parmesan cheese from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Garlic Butter?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Garlic Butter for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Cutlets with Garlic Butter?

Australian chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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