Ingredients
2 large eggs
3 garlic cloves, grated
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
6 chicken cutlets (about 1.5 pounds total)
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/2 cup traditional breadcrumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more as needed
1/2 cup avocado oil (or another high heat oil)
1 (24 ounce) jar marinara sauce (homemade or your favorite brand)
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Fresh basil or extra parsley, for garnish
Instructions
1-Preheat the Oven: Crank your oven to 400°F and lightly grease a rimmed baking sheet or 9×13-inch dish.
2-Make the Egg Mixture: Whisk eggs, grated garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch each of salt and pepper; dip chicken cutlets, then marinate in the mixture for 15–45 minutes.
3-Prepare the Crispy Breading: Combine panko, traditional breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a shallow bowl.
4-Bread the Chicken: Press each cutlet firmly into the breadcrumb mixture on both sides to form a thick, even coating; let rest for 5 minutes before frying.
5-Pan Fry the Chicken: Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering; fry cutlets in a single layer for 4–5 minutes per side until deep golden brown, working in batches if needed.
6-Add Sauce and Cheese: Spoon about 1/4 cup marinara sauce onto the center of each cutlet, leaving crispy edges exposed; top generously with shredded mozzarella.
7-Bake: Bake at 400°F for 17–20 minutes, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to brown.
Last Step:
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💡 Place a wire rack inside the baking sheet to let air circulate under the cutlets for maximum crunch all the way around.
💡 Double-dredge for an ultra-thick crust by dipping back into egg and breadcrumbs for a second coat before frying.
💡 Reheat leftovers in an air fryer to revive the crispy coating and keep the chicken juicy the next day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Marinate: 15 to 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven-Baked
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 485
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
