Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
  • 3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, plus
  • 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
  • 3/4 cup fresh white breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon minced parsley
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 cups olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 lemon, quartered

Method

  • Flatten breasts between sheets of wax paper using rolling pin.
  • Mix cheese, crumbs, parsley and salt and pepper in large bowl.
  • Whisk egg with milk in medium bowl.
  • Dip chicken into egg, then into crumb mixture, coating completely, and pressing to adhere.
  • Shake off excess.
  • Heat oil in heavy, large skillet.
  • Add chicken and cook until golden-brown, about 4 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to paper towels to drain.
  • Transfer chicken to platter.
  • Melt the butter and whisk in the lemon juice to serve as a sauce. Garnish with extra lemon wedges.