Do you want to prepare crispy and delicious breaded chicken cutlets in a simple and fast way? Discover the recipe for Breaded Cutlets cooked in the microwave, a practical method that ensures a light and tasty result!
Microwave-cooked chicken cutlets are the perfect solution for those who want a tasty dish with less oil than traditional frying. Thanks to the golden breading and even cooking, you’ll get irresistible cutlets in minutes, ideal for a delicious lunch or dinner.
Perfect for the whole family, they can be customized with spices and herbs to make them even more appetizing. Follow our tips for a simple and quick preparation, saving time without sacrificing taste. This recipe is the perfect ally for those looking for a light and practical option, maintaining all the flavor of classic chicken cutlets. Try it now and surprise your loved ones!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Microwave
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
- Energy 626.40 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 19.50 (g) of which sugars 1.83 (g)
- Proteins 53.61 (g)
- Fat 38.90 (g) of which saturated 7.58 (g)of which unsaturated 3.03 (g)
- Fibers 2.08 (g)
- Sodium 1,281.05 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Microwave Breaded Cutlets
- 14.11 oz chicken breast (sliced)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 tsp paprika (powdered)
- 1 tsp chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Tools for Microwave Breaded Cutlets
- 1 Microwave oven microwave oven
- 1 Crisp plate crisp plate
- 1 Fork fork
Steps for Microwave Breaded Cutlets
Lightly pound the meat slices with a meat tenderizer. In a large bowl, mix all the breading ingredients with a fork, and bread each chicken breast slice one by one.
Place the slices on the crisp plate, brush them with oil, and cook in crisp mode for 8 minutes, turning them halfway through.
Alternatively, in combined mode grill and microwave at 650w for 8 minutes.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare the Breaded Cutlets in the microwave in advance?
You can certainly prepare the cutlets in advance, bread them, and store them raw in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days before cooking.
Alternatively, you can freeze them either cooked or raw.