Lemon Parmesan Crusted Chicken (Printable)

Crispy parmesan-coated chicken with bright lemon butter sauce

# Components:

→ Chicken and Coating

01 - 1 1/2 lb chicken breasts (2 large), patted dry
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
04 - 3 tbsp all-purpose flour

→ Egg Mixture

05 - 2 large eggs
06 - 1 garlic clove, minced
07 - 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ Lemon Butter Sauce

10 - 8 tbsp unsalted butter
11 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
12 - 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
13 - 1/4 cup chicken broth
14 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

15 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
16 - 1/2 lemon, sliced

# Method:

01 - Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create 4 cutlets. Place between plastic wrap sheets and pound with a meat mallet until evenly thick (about 1/2 inch).
02 - Whisk together eggs, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow bowl until fully combined.
03 - Combine grated Parmesan cheese and flour in a separate bowl, mixing thoroughly to distribute evenly.
04 - Dip each cutlet into egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Press firmly into Parmesan-flour mixture, ensuring complete coverage on all sides.
05 - Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add cutlets in single layer (cook in batches if needed). Sear 4–5 minutes per side until golden, crispy, and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Transfer to plate and tent with foil to keep warm.
06 - Melt butter in small saucepan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon juice, chicken broth, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
07 - Arrange chicken on serving platter. Pour lemon butter sauce over cutlets, turning to coat evenly. Garnish with lemon slices and parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The parmesan crust creates this incredible savory crunch that makes restaurant quality feel totally achievable at home
  • That lemon butter sauce comes together in minutes but tastes like something you'd happily pay three times as much for on a menu
02 -
  • Don't rush the searing process, trying to flip too early will pull off your beautiful parmesan crust
  • The sauce looks thin when you first make it but it clings perfectly to the chicken as it sits for a minute
03 -
  • Keep your chicken breasts partially frozen, about 30 minutes out of the freezer, and they'll slice cleanly in half lengthwise without any slipping around
  • Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes after coating but before cooking, this helps the parmesan crust stay put during searing
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