Chicken Milanese with Tomato Arugula Salad
A delightful Italian dish featuring crispy chicken served alongside a fresh and tangy tomato arugula salad.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2.5 cups homemade or panko breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
- 3 tablespoons finely minced fresh parsley
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground pepper plus more for seasoning
- 1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese (divided)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 lbs boneless (skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced)
- Olive oil or neutral oil for frying
For the Salad
- 2-3 cups assorted heirloom tomatoes (cut into large pieces, or cherry tomatoes cut in half)
- 1 clove garlic (smashed with the side of your knife)
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 0.5 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces fresh arugula (cleaned and dried)
- 0.5 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
- 4 ounces Parmigiano Reggiano or Grana Padano (shaved with a vegetable peeler)
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
For the Chicken
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, the second with beaten eggs, and the third with breadcrumbs mixed with minced garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, and half of the grated parmesan.
- Take each chicken slice, dip it in flour, then in the egg, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture. Make sure it's fully covered.
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the chicken in batches, frying until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
For the Salad
- In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, smashed garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and extra virgin olive oil.
- Gently mix in the arugula and basil leaves.
- Add the remaining parmesan cheese and toss lightly.
Serving
- Serve the crispy chicken with the tomato arugula salad on the side.
- Enjoy with lemon wedges for an extra zesty touch!
Notes
Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken to ensure a crispy coating. You can add other herbs like oregano or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor. If you prefer a lighter option, you can bake the chicken instead of frying it.