Lemony Chicken Milanese with Arugula Salad

A classic Italian-style dish featuring crispy panko-crusted chicken breasts served with a fresh arugula salad and bright lemon juice. The chicken is pounded thin, breaded with herbs, and pan-fried until golden brown.

4 servings
25 min

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces skinless boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 large large eggs
  • cups panko
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
  • ¾ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cups baby arugula leaves

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Using meat mallet or rolling pin, flatten chicken between sheets of plastic wrap to thickness of 1/2 inch. Whisk eggs in medium bowl to blend. Mix panko, 2 tablespoons parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper on plate. Dip chicken in beaten eggs; turn to coat. Dredge in breadcrumb mixture, coating completely.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to plates; sprinkle with lemon juice. Toss arugula with remaining 1 tablespoon oil in medium bowl to coat; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mound salad atop chicken.

    15 min

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