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Chicken Salmoriglio

Delicious Chicken Salmoriglio with Zesty Lemon Herb Sauce

This Chicken Salmoriglio recipe features tender chicken cutlets in a zesty lemon herb sauce, bringing a taste of Italy to your table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Fresh
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Parsley Fresh, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
For the Breading
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Water
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs Substitute regular breadcrumbs if needed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
For Frying
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can use all olive oil for lighter version

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Oven
  • Bowl
  • Shallow dishes for breading

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Chicken: Butterfly the chicken breasts and cut them into half-inch thick pieces.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Whisk the marinade ingredients, coat the chicken cutlets, and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Make the Sauce: Whisk in lemon juice and parsley into the reserved marinade to make the sauce.
  4. Prepare for Breading: Set up a breading station with flour, egg wash, and breadcrumb mixture. Coat the chicken pieces thoroughly.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet and fry the breaded chicken cutlets until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Bake the Chicken: Transfer to a baking tray, brush with melted butter, and bake at 375°F for 10-15 minutes.
  7. Serve with Sauce: Drizzle the chicken with the lemon-herb sauce and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid overcrowding the pan while frying and use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.

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