Description
These Parmesan Crusted Turkey Cutlets are a quick and delicious dinner option. Made with thin turkey breast cutlets coated in a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, they’re pan-fried to golden perfection and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) turkey breast cutlets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup dried breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
- Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Place the flour in a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper.
- In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs and water.
- In a third bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
- Dip each turkey cutlet first in the flour, then into the egg mixture, and finally coat with the breadcrumb-Parmesan mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the cutlets for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges if desired.
Notes
- Use thin turkey cutlets for quicker cooking.
- You can substitute chicken breasts if turkey isn’t available.
- Make sure oil is hot enough before frying to ensure a crispy crust.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cutlet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
