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Crusted Chicken Romano Cutlets with Peppery Arugula Salad

Crusted Chicken Romano Cutlets with Peppery Arugula Salad

These Crusted Chicken Romano Cutlets with Peppery Arugula Salad are a must-try for chicken lovers, featuring a crispy Romano cheese and panko coating served with a fresh salad.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Chicken
Cuisine Italian
Servings 6 cutlets
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Tenderizer
  • Parchment
  • Avocado Oil
  • Italian Seasoning
  • Panko

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 oil

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 Granny Smith apples thinly sliced
  • cup shredded parmesan

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Dunk the chicken in the flour mixture, press to coat, and shake off excess. Then place cutlet in the egg wash and ensure no dry bits remain. Transfer to panko mixture and press down to adhere the breading. Place cutlets on a clean plate, continue dredging in the same way.
  • Heat avocado oil in a sauté pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Check 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) for 3-5 minutes total, flipping around halfway. The chicken should be golden brown. Remove to a wire rack placed on a baking sheet. Continue cooking remaining cutlets the same way, adding more oil if needed.
  • Combine olive oil, dijon, lemon juice, honey, a big pinch of salt, and freshly cracked pepper in a mason jar with a lid. Shake until mixed. In a salad bowl, add arugula, onions, apples, and toss in a couple tablespoons of dressing. Taste and add more dressing as desired. Top with shredded parmesan.
  • Place cutlets on a plate and top with the prepared salad, or serve on the side immediately.

Notes

These cutlets pair perfectly with the arugula salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg
Keyword arugula salad, Chicken Romano, crispy chicken, Cutlets, easy recipe, Panko Breadcrumbs
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