Crispy, golden, and bursting with flavor, *Milanesa de Pollo* is a beloved Latin American dish that transforms simple chicken breasts into a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper, each thinly pounded chicken cutlet is coated in a crunchy breadcrumb crust and pan-fried to perfection. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 35 minutes, features an irresistibly crispy texture and tender, juicy chicken. Serve with classic sides like mashed potatoes, a fresh salad, or rice to create a hearty, wholesome meal your family will adore. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions, *Milanesa de Pollo* is a must-try dish for lovers of crispy, crave-worthy chicken recipes.
Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create two thin cutlets. Cover with plastic wrap and gently pound with a meat tenderizer or rolling pin until evenly thin to about 1/4-inch thickness.
Season the chicken cutlets on both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
In a shallow dish, beat the eggs with the milk until well combined.
Set out a second shallow dish with the all-purpose flour and a third with the breadcrumbs.
Dredge each chicken cutlet in the flour, making sure it is completely coated. Shake off any excess flour.
Dip the floured chicken cutlet into the egg mixture, coating it thoroughly.
Transfer the chicken to the dish with breadcrumbs and press firmly to adhere the breadcrumbs to each side.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, add the breaded chicken cutlets and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked milanesas from the pan and let them rest on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides such as salad, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Calories |
3806 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 244.5 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.3 g | 196% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 661 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 6157 mg | 268% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 264.1 g | 96% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 163.9 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 420 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.