Crispy baked chicken cutlets get their crunch from a three-step coating of seasoned flour, egg and panko mixed with fresh garlic, parsley, thyme and oregano, baked in the oven instead of fried.
Why the Baked Method Works
Pound the chicken to an even half inch so it cooks quickly. After coating, let the cutlets rest on a rack for 10 minutes so the coating sets. Spray or drizzle with oil and bake on a rack set over a sheet pan so hot air reaches every side. Thighs stay juicier than breasts, but both work.
Kosher Notes
This is a meat (fleishig) recipe. Kosher chicken is salted during koshering, so you may want to reduce the salt in the flour.
Make-Ahead
Coat the cutlets up to 4 hours ahead. Leftovers keep for 3 days and are great in sandwiches.

Ingredients
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Method
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Place a large rimmed baking sheet in the oven while it preheats.
- Place chicken between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Set up three shallow dishes: In the first, combine flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and garlic powder. In the second, beat the eggs. In the third, mix panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, parsley, thyme, oregano, remaining 1 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Working with one piece at a time, dredge chicken in seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Dip in beaten eggs, letting excess drip off. Finally, press into breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides thoroughly.
- Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from oven. Spray lightly with cooking spray or brush with oil. Place coated chicken on the hot sheet, leaving space between pieces.
- Lightly spray or brush the tops of the cutlets with olive oil. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Let rest for 3 minutes before serving. Serve immediately while crispy.
Notes
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