Golden & Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Gooey Cheese Recipe
Indulge in the perfect balance of crispy and gooey with these Golden & Crispy Chicken Cutlets stuffed with melted cheese. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch followed by a luscious, cheesy center that melts beautifully in your mouth. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, this dish makes for a comforting weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests. Serve it with your favorite sides or dipping sauces to complete the experience!
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts butterflied or pounded thin
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese or your preferred melting cheese
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil or canola oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them horizontally or pound them thin with a meat mallet for even cooking.
- Stuff with cheese: Place shredded mozzarella on one half of each cutlet, fold the other half over, and secure with toothpicks if needed.
- Set up breading stations: In three separate bowls, place flour (seasoned with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika), beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat the chicken: Dredge each stuffed cutlet first in flour, then dip in eggs, and finally coat evenly with breadcrumbs. Press breadcrumbs gently to adhere well.
- Fry the cutlets: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry each cutlet for 4-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through, with cheese melted inside.
- Drain and serve: Transfer cutlets to paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite sides or dipping sauces.