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Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken

Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken: Crispy Delight at Home

Discover the Cheesecake Factory Crusted Chicken recipe, a crispy delight perfect for busy weeknights and gluten-free diets.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts Slice into cutlets for quicker cooking
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Swap with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 large Egg Beat until smooth for even coverage
  • 1 cup Panko Bread Crumbs Use regular breadcrumbs in a pinch
  • 1/2 cup Grated Romano Cheese Parmesan makes a great substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Optional but highly recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh lemon juice works well too
For Cooking
  • 2-3 tablespoons Avocado Oil or Olive Oil Used for frying
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Try provolone for a different flavor

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • meat mallet
  • shallow bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by slicing chicken breasts into cutlets, ensuring they are about 1-inch thick. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Set up a breading station with one bowl of flour, one with beaten egg, and one with panko, Romano cheese, parsley, and lemon zest.
  3. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in egg, and then press into the panko mixture, ensuring full coverage.
  4. Heat oil over medium in a large skillet. Cook chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top of each cutlet and cover to melt the cheese for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Transfer to serving plates, garnish with parsley, and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure oil is hot before frying for a crispy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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