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Chicken Salmoriglio

Crispy Chicken Salmoriglio with Zesty Lemon Herb Sauce

Enjoy crispy Chicken Salmoriglio, featuring tender chicken coated in a zesty lemon herb sauce—a must-try dish for a flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Baking Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 cutlets
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black pepper Freshly ground
For the Marinade
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon zest Fresh
  • 2 cloves Garlic Finely minced
  • 1/4 cup Extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Dry oregano
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese Grated
For the Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley Chopped
For Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Butter

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowls
  • baking sheet
  • Shallow dishes for breading

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Chicken: Butterfy and cut chicken breasts into smaller portions for even cooking.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Mix lemon zest, minced garlic, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper; marinate chicken.
  3. Set Up the Breading Station: Arrange flour, beaten eggs, and panko with Parmesan in shallow dishes.
  4. Bread the Chicken: Dredge marinated chicken in flour, then eggs, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Cook breaded cutlets in a skillet with oil and butter until golden brown.
  6. Bake for Final Touch: Transfer fried chicken to a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes at 400°F.
  7. Prepare the Zesty Sauce: Mix remaining marinade with lemon juice and parsley for the sauce.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Drizzle sauce over chicken, garnish with lemon wedges, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cutletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftover Chicken Salmoriglio can be stored for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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