Absolutely Best Breaded Chicken

As a busy housewife, I'm always looking for quick and easy recipes that will satisfy my family. This breaded chicken is a lifesaver! It's so crispy and juicy, and the garlic and basil butter adds a delicious flavor.

The best part about this recipe is that it's so versatile. You can serve it with your favorite sides, or even use it as a topping for salads or pasta. And because it's so easy to make, it's perfect for busy weeknights or when you're entertaining guests.

So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy chicken recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

Step-by-step

• Cut the chicken breast in half, down the side, creating two thinner breast halves.
• Season both sides with fresh cracked salt and pepper.
• In three separate containers, add the flour, beaten egg, and bread crumbs.
• Bread each chicken breast half by first dredging in flour, coating completely and shaking off excess, then dipping in the egg, again coating completely and letting excess run off, and finally coating in bread crumbs.
• Set each chicken breast half on a drying rack for 5 minutes to set.
• Meanwhile, melt the half stick of butter in a large skillet (large enough to fit both breast halves) over medium heat.
• Crush each garlic clove under a knife, but do not cut them up. Place them in the melted butter and then bruise the basil leaves and also add to the butter.
• Very lightly simmer the garlic and basil in the butter only for a couple minutes, stirring to infuse the flavors together.
• Remove the garlic and basil and increase heat to medium-high.
• When the butter begins to shimmer, you know it is hot enough to add your chicken.
• Add each breast half and fry on each side until golden brown and crispy and the chicken is cooked through, approximately 3-5 minutes per side.
• Lightly season the chicken with your dry Italian herbs, squeeze a little lemon juice over top if you'd like, and plate.
• Garnish with a simple fresh basil leaf.