# Chicken Cutlets (Ferakh Paneh)

A recipe for juicy and crispy chicken cutlets, prepared Rita's way, by cutting the chicken against the grain for tenderness.

- Cuisine: Italian
- Category: Sauce & Condiment
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 2 to 3 thick chicken breasts
- little vinegar
- 3 eggs
- 0.25 to 0.5 bottle Italian dressing
- little salt
- little pepper
- seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- grated Parmesan cheese
- oil

## Instructions

1. Wash the chicken breasts with water and a little vinegar, rinse well, and trim any excess.
2. Cut the chicken vertically, against the grain, to break up muscle fibers.
3. In a bowl, add three eggs, about a quarter to half a bottle of Italian dressing, and a little salt and pepper.
4. Mix the egg marinade well, then add the chicken.
5. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes; longer is fine.
6. Mix seasoned panko breadcrumbs with grated Parmesan cheese for the coating.
7. Coat the chicken pieces well with the breadcrumb mixture and press down; they should flatten easily.
8. Heat oil in a pan until hot.
9. Fry the chicken, flipping once it starts browning around the edges, about 3 to 4 minutes per side depending on thickness.
10. Once done, transfer the chicken to a rack to drip off excess oil, or use a plate with paper towels.

## Equipment

- bowl
- rack
- paper towels

## Tips

- Cutting chicken vertically against the grain breaks muscle fibers, making it more tender and easier to flatten without a meat mallet.
- Italian dressing tenderizes and flavors the chicken due to its oil, acid, and seasoning.
- Marinating for at least 30 minutes (or longer) is recommended.
- A hack suggests adding a carrot to the oil to prevent it from burning, though its effectiveness is not confirmed.
- Keep an eye on the chicken while frying, especially the pieces in the center, as they cook faster.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DTeLurNkXiM/?igsh=MjZ3dDdmYXdteTFh
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/f566658d-72e8-4a09-ae39-115109224499
- Extracted: 2026-02-22

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