Crispy Homemade Breaded Chicken Fillets
A timeless comfort-food recipe the whole family will love! These golden breaded chicken fillets are marinated with garlic, vinegar, and black pepper for juicy, flavourful meat wrapped in an irresistibly crunchy coating. Simple pantry ingredients, incredible result — perfect for any weeknight dinner.
🛒 Ingredients
7 servings
- 1 chicken breast (about 300 g)
- 2 eggs
- 1½ cups (150 g) fine breadcrumbs
- 1 garlic clove, mashed with a pinch of salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- Cooking oil for frying (sunflower or vegetable)
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Directions
- 1
Clean the chicken breast and slice it into even fillets roughly ½ inch (1 cm) thick.
- 2
Pierce each fillet several times with the tip of a knife to help the marinade soak into the meat.
- 3
Combine the mashed garlic with salt, pepper, and vinegar. Rub the mixture thoroughly over all fillets.
- 4
Marinate in the fridge for at least 15 minutes to develop a deep, savoury flavour.
- 5
Beat the eggs in a shallow bowl and spread the breadcrumbs across a separate flat plate.
- 6
Dip each fillet into the beaten egg, then press firmly into the breadcrumbs, coating both sides evenly.
- 7
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry each fillet 3–4 minutes per side until deep golden brown and cooked through.
- 8
Drain on paper towels and serve immediately while hot and crispy.
💡 Chef's Tip
For an extra-thick crunch, double-coat each fillet: egg → breadcrumbs → egg → breadcrumbs. Serve with coleslaw, a green salad, or garlic dipping sauce.
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