Crispy Garlic and Lemon Chicken Cutlets

Directions

1. 1

   Slice the chicken breast into thin cutlets about ½ inch (1 cm) thick so they cook through evenly without staying raw in the center.

2. 2

   Place the cutlets in a large bowl or lidded container.

3. 3

   Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the chicken so every piece absorbs the full aroma.

4. 4

   Season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and the garlic herb seasoning powder to taste.

5. 5

   Mix thoroughly by hand (wash your hands well beforehand) until each cutlet is evenly coated in the seasoning.

6. 6

   Squeeze the juice of half a lemon over the chicken — or the whole lemon if you prefer a brighter flavor — and mix again.

7. 7

   Add the flour directly into the container with the chicken and mix by hand: this way the seasoning stays locked onto the meat.

8. 8

   Spread additional flour on a plate and pass each cutlet through it a second time. This double coating creates a dry, perfectly crispy crust when fried.

9. 9

   Pour enough oil into a deep skillet or saucepan to come halfway up the cutlets.

10. 10

    Heat the oil over high heat, then reduce the flame slightly before adding the chicken. Fry for 3–4 minutes per side until deeply golden and crispy.