Breaded And Fried Chicken Cutlets With Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Preparing the Chicken Cutlets

1. Start by tenderizing the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet. This ensures that they cook evenly. 2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. 3. Prepare three shallow bowls - one with flour, the second with a beaten egg, and the third with breadcrumbs mixed with finely chopped parsley. 4. Dredge each chicken breast first in flour, shaking off the excess, then dip in the egg, and finally coat with the breadcrumb mixture. 5. Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Once hot, fry the chicken cutlets until they are golden brown and cooked through, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Set aside on a paper towel to drain excess oil.

Making the Mashed Potatoes

1. Begin by peeling and chopping the potatoes into equal-sized pieces to ensure they cook uniformly. 2. Boil the potatoes in salted water until they are soft and easily pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes. 3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and milk or cream, and mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste. 4. Serve the mashed potatoes alongside the chicken cutlets, garnished with a sprinkle of parsley if desired.