Chicharron-Breaded Chicken Cutlets
Serves 1
Directions
- 1Flatten chicken tenders using a rolling pin, placing them under plastic wrap to prevent tearing and ensure even thickness.
- 2Season the flattened chicken tenders with a teaspoon of salt and a pinch of garlic powder on both sides.
- 3Smash plain chicharron in its bag using a rolling pin until it becomes fairly powdery. Poke a small hole in the bag to release air and make smashing easier.
- 4Pour the smashed chicharron into a bowl and add Italian seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- 5Prepare the breading station: In one bowl, put flour seasoned with salt and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk eggs with a little salt. In a third bowl, place the seasoned chicharron breading.
- 6Dredge each chicken tender in the seasoned flour, ensuring it's fully coated.
- 7Dip the floured chicken tender into the whisked eggs, making sure it's completely covered.
- 8Finally, coat the chicken tender generously with the chicharron breading, pressing gently to adhere.
- 9Heat oil in a cast iron skillet to around 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 10Carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets into the hot oil and fry until golden and crispy on both sides.
- 11Once cooked, remove the chicken cutlets and place them on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- 12Serve the chicken cutlets with a lemon wedge and grate some lemon zest over them for added freshness.
Ingredients
- Chicken tenders
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 pinch Garlic powder
- 1 bag Plain chicharron
- Italian seasoning
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Flour
- Salt
- Garlic powder
- 2 Eggs
- Salt
- Oil
- Lemon
Equipment
Rolling pinCast iron skilletTongsGrater
Tips
- Use plain chicharron so you can customize the seasoning.
- Start with the oil a bit hotter than intended (around 375 degrees Fahrenheit) to account for the temperature drop when adding the chicken cutlets.
- Flatten the chicken tenders evenly with a rolling pin to ensure even cooking and preserve their shape.
- Poking a small hole in the chicharron bag before smashing releases air, making it easier to crush.
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