Chicken cutlets are a versatile and delicious ingredient that can be used in a variety of dishes. They are quick and easy to cook, and can be flavored in so many ways! Here’s 20+ flavor-packed chicken cutlet recipe ideas to try out for dinner.
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Chicken cutlets are a great way to add variety to your weekly menu, and they are sure to please everyone at the table.
Another bonus?
They cook up super quick!
Here are some tips for cooking chicken cutlets:
- Pound the chicken cutlets to an even thickness. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from drying out.
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper before cooking. You can also add other herbs and spices to your taste.
- Cook the chicken cutlets over medium heat until they are cooked through. Be careful not to overcook them, or they will become dry and tough.
- Serve the chicken cutlets immediately with your favorite sides.
PS – Be sure to check out these 35+ easy sides for chicken cutlets!
Our Favorite Chicken Cutlet Dinner Ideas
What to Serve with Chicken Cutlets
- Pasta – Try this spaghetti aglio e olio for a simple side dish.
- Rice – I love making mine in the instant pot or rice cooker.
- Potatoes – Try these mashed potatoes or duchess potatoes.
- Vegetables – Try this sauteed spinach, grilled peppers, or sauteed zucchini and squash.
- Salads – Try this arugula salad or spinach salad with poppyseed dressing.
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20+ Chicken Cutlet Dinner Ideas
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (cut half horizontally and pounded to 1/4 inch thick)
- Salt and freshly ground pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup dry vermouth ( or white wine)
- 3 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 Tablespoons capers (drained)
- 2 Tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Season the chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Place the flour in a shallow bowl and dredge the chicken in it. Shake off the excess.
- In a large frying pan over medium-high heat, warm 2 Tbs. of the olive oil. Place 2 pieces of chicken in the pan and cook, turning once, until browned on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter and keep warm under a tent of foil. Warm the remaining 1 Tbs. oil in the pan and repeat to brown the remaining chicken. Place that chicken under your foil tent as well.
- Reduce the heat to medium and melt 1 Tbs. of the butter in the pan. Add the garlic and cook until golden brown, about 30 seconds. Add the wine, lemon juice and broth, increase the heat to medium-high and cook until the liquid is slightly reduced, about 5 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the remaining 2 Tbs. butter, the capers and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle the sauce over chicken and serve immediately.