Crispy Chicken Cutlets with Creamy Golden Gravy
Crispy, golden chicken cutlets topped with smooth, creamy gravy—this cozy dinner is the ultimate comfort food for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Comfort Food, Family Meals
- Method: Stovetop, Shallow Frying
- Cuisine: American, Southern-Inspired
Ingredients
For the Crispy Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded evenly)
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1½ cups breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Vegetable oil (for shallow frying)
Fresh parsley, finely chopped (for garnish)
For the Creamy Golden Gravy:
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
1½ cups chicken broth
½ cup heavy cream
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Season the Chicken:
Pat chicken dry. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Set Up Breading Station:
Use three bowls:
1 with flour
1 with beaten eggs
1 with breadcrumbs + Parmesan
Bread the Chicken:
Dredge chicken in flour, dip in eggs, and coat thoroughly in breadcrumbs. Press well to adhere.
Fry the Cutlets:
Heat ¼-inch oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
Make the Gravy:
In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring until smooth. Once thickened, stir in cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes until creamy.
Assemble and Serve:
Plate the chicken and spoon over the warm golden gravy. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
Serve with mashed potatoes or roasted veggies for a full comfort meal.
Spoon gravy just before serving to maintain crispiness.
Add extra Parmesan on top for a richer finish.
Leftovers? Reheat cutlets in the oven for best crunch.
