Milanesa de Pollo

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  • Prep Time

    15 mins

  • Cook Time

    15 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    402 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Milanesa de Pollo

Milanesa de Pollo, or Chicken Milanese, is a popular dish in many Mexican households and restaurants that's ready in 30 minutes!

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 large boneless, skinless, chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise
  • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • ¾ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • cilantro, for garnish
  • 1 lemon, quartered
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Instructions

  1. Line a large cutting board with plastic wrap or parchment paper. Lay chicken breasts on top in a single layer, and then cover with another piece of plastic wrap or parchment paper.
  2. Using a meat mallet or a heavy skillet (like cast iron), pound each chicken breast to about 1/6-1/4 inch thickness.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper on both sides. Set aside.
  4. Prepare 3 shallow bowls - the first with the flour, the second with the eggs, and the third with the panko breadcrumbs.
  5. To the breadcrumbs, add the garlic powder, chili powder, ground cumin, and dried oregano. Mix together to combine.
  6. Heat 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  7. Working in 2 batches, dredge two cutlets in flour, then dip in egg, and then into the seasoned panko breadcrumbs.
  8. Sauté the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and transfer to a plate.
  9. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and repeat the same steps with the remaining 2 cutlets.
  10. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Don't have a meat mallet? You can use a heavy skillet instead. A small cast-iron skillet works great for this.
  • If making a double batch for a larger meal, you can set the oven to warm (about 170°F) and keep the cooked chicken cutlets warm on a baking sheet in the oven while you finish making the rest of the batch.
  • Add some shredded or grated parmesan cheese to the breadcrumb mixture to add a little extra cheesy flavor!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1cutlet Calories 402kcal (20%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 31g (62%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 169mg (56%) Sodium 1132mg (47%) Potassium 523mg (15%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 250IU (5%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 48mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 402 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cutlet
Calories 402kcal 20%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 31g 62%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 169mg 56%
Sodium 1132mg 47%
Potassium 523mg 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 250IU 5%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 48mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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