# Needed Ingredients:
→ Chicken and Coating
01 - 1 1/2 lb chicken breasts, 2 large, patted completely dry
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
03 - 1 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
04 - 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
→ Egg Wash
05 - 2 large eggs, beaten
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning blend
08 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Lemon Butter Sauce
10 - 8 tbsp unsalted butter, room temperature
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, approximately 2 lemons
13 - 1/4 cup chicken broth
14 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
15 - 1 tbsp fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
16 - 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create 4 thin cutlets. Place cutlets between plastic wrap sheets and pound with meat mallet until uniform thickness of approximately 1/2 inch is achieved.
02 - Whisk together eggs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl until fully incorporated.
03 - Combine grated Parmesan cheese and all-purpose flour in a separate shallow bowl, mixing thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
04 - Dip each chicken cutlet into egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Press firmly into Parmesan-flour mixture, ensuring complete coating on both sides. Shake gently to remove loose coating.
05 - Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Arrange cutlets in single layer without crowding. Cook 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Work in batches if necessary. Transfer to warm plate and tent with foil.
06 - Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in lemon juice, chicken broth, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes while stirring continuously.
07 - Arrange chicken cutlets on serving platter. Spoon warm lemon butter sauce generously over top. Garnish with fresh lemon slices and chopped parsley. Serve immediately while hot.
