Breaded Cutlet with French Fries
A crispy, golden breaded cutlet served with homemade french fries. This quick and satisfying meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 650
- Protein
- 35g
Ingredients
- 2 medium boneless chicken breast
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- 2 large potatoes
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- 1
Cut the 2 potatoes into thin sticks and soak in cold water for 5 minutes. Pat dry with a towel.
- 2
Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Fry the potato sticks in batches until golden and crisp, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 3
Pound the 2 chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Season both sides with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- 4
Beat the 2 eggs in a shallow bowl. Dip each cutlet in the egg, then press into the 1 cup breadcrumbs to coat evenly.
- 5
In the same skillet with oil over medium-high, fry the breaded cutlets until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Serve hot with the fries.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Meat mallet or rolling pin
- Shallow bowls
- Paper towels
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