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Crispy Chicken Salmoriglio

Crispy Chicken Salmoriglio


  • Author: therecipemingle
  • Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1012 oz each)

Marinade/Wet Rub:

  • Zest from 3 lemons
  • 1½ tbsp garlic, finely minced
  • 1½ tsp dry oregano
  • 1½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¾ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Salmoriglio Sauce:

  • ½ of the marinade (set aside)
  • Juice from 3 lemons
  • ⅓ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped

Breading:

  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¾ tsp black pepper
  • 3 whole eggs + 1½ tbsp water
  • 2¼ cups panko breadcrumbs
  • ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese

For Frying:

  • 4½ tbsp butter
  • 4½ tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4½ tbsp melted butter (for brushing)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken: Butterfly each breast for even thickness and cut in half for six pieces. Place in a zip-top bag.
2️⃣ Marinate: Mix marinade ingredients, use half to coat the chicken, and let sit at room temperature for 1 hour. Add lemon juice and parsley to the remaining marinade for the sauce.
3️⃣ Preheat Oven: Set to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
4️⃣ Breading Station:

  • Dish 1: Flour, salt, and pepper.
  • Dish 2: Beaten eggs + water.
  • Dish 3: Panko (pulsed smaller) + Parmesan.
    5️⃣ Bread the Chicken: Dredge each piece in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, shaking off excess.
    6️⃣ Pan-Fry: Heat butter and oil over medium-high. Cook 2-3 cutlets at a time until golden brown, then transfer to the baking sheet. Repeat for the rest.
    7️⃣ Bake: Brush with melted butter and bake for 5-10 minutes until internal temp reaches 155°F.
    8️⃣ Serve: Drizzle the Salmoriglio sauce over the cutlets and enjoy with fresh lemon wedges! 🍋
  • Prep Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cutlet
  • Calories: 480 per serving
  • Fat: 20g per serving
  • Carbohydrates: 35g per serving
  • Protein: 40g per serving