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Chicken Costoletta

Crispy Chicken Costoletta: A Lemony Comfort Food Delight

This Chicken Costoletta recipe features a crispy panko crust, zesty lemon, and a creamy sauce, perfect for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Tenderloins Boneless, pounded
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour
  • 2 large Large Eggs
For the Breading
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides crunch
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest preferred
  • 1/4 cup Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese Parmesan can be substituted
For Cooking
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-heat oil also works
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic For flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Use light cream for lighter texture
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Fat-free half-and-half can be used
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is a substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Adjust for brightness to taste

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Saucepan
  • Meat Mallet
  • Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by flattening the chicken tenderloins to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
  2. Set up your breading station with three bowls: flour, whisked eggs, and a mixture of Panko, lemon zest, and cheese.
  3. Dredge each chicken tenderloin in flour, dip into egg, then press into Panko mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil and butter in a frying pan, then cook chicken for 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Prepare the creamy lemon sauce by sautéing garlic, then adding flour, milk, heavy cream, broth, and lemon juice, simmering until thickened.
  6. Serve the crispy chicken with the creamy lemon sauce poured over it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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