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Chicken Salmoriglio

Zesty Chicken Salmoriglio: Crispy Flavor in Every Bite

Discover the vibrant flavors of Chicken Salmoriglio, a crispy and zesty Italian dish perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or boneless chicken thighs for juiciness
  • 1.5 teaspoons Kosher Salt Enhances all flavors; use sea salt if preferred
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Adds warmth; white pepper can be used for milder flavor
For the Marinade
  • 2 lemons Lemon Zest Provides bright acidity; fresh is recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Garlic minced; substitute with garlic powder if fresh is unavailable
  • 0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Creates a rich flavor; can replace with avocado oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Herbaceous flavor; marjoram can be a substitute
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; can use a gluten-free mix
  • 2 whole Eggs plus 1 tablespoon water
  • 1.5 cups Panko Breadcrumbs Creates a crispy coating; regular breadcrumbs can work
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese grated; nutritional yeast is a good vegan alternative
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped; substitute with basil
  • 3 tablespoons Butter plus melted for brushing

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • baking sheet
  • Shallow dishes
  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Chicken Salmoriglio
  1. Butterfly the chicken breasts for even cooking and cut into four equal portions.
  2. Marinate the chicken with lemon zest, garlic, oregano, olive oil, salt, and pepper for at least an hour.
  3. Prepare the Salmoriglio sauce by mixing the reserved marinade with lemon juice and parsley.
  4. Set up your breading station with flour, egg wash, and panko breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Bread the chicken by coating in flour, dipping in egg, and then covering with breadcrumbs.
  6. Fry the chicken in butter and olive oil until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Bake the fried chicken in a preheated oven to ensure it is fully cooked.
  8. Serve hot, topped with the zesty sauce and fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate the chicken longer for enhanced flavor. Serve with lemon wedges for extra zest.

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