The Milanese arrived in Argentina with Italian immigrants at the end of the 19th century and became a national dish along with the roast. Chicken Milanese emerged as an economical and light variant of traditional beef and pork. It is a classic Sunday lunch in Buenos Aires homes and eateries in Buenos Aires.
Latin American
Chicken Milanese
Crispy breaded Argentine Milanese chicken with lemon and salad.
- Argentina
- Main course
- High protein
- easy
20 min
Tiempo de Preparación
4
Servings
Nutrición por ración
- Calories 450 kcal
- Protein 40 g
- Fiber 1 g
- Carbohydrates 24 g
- Fat 22 g
- Sodium 580 mg
Story behind the dish
Preparation
Chicken Milanesa is a preparation from Argentina with easy difficulty. Reserve about 40 minutes in total (20 for mise en place and preparation, 20 for cooking). Follow the 7 phases in order: each step indicates what to do, what to observe and, when applicable, the time or level of fire.
Before you start
- Have ready: 4 flattened chicken breasts of 180 g.
- Have ready: 100 g of wheat flour.
- Have ready: 2 beaten eggs.
- Have ready: 150 g breadcrumbs.
- Have ready: Salt and black pepper.
- Salt, oil and spices measured and within reach.
- Clean utensils, board and clear work surface.
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Flatten the breasts to 0
Flatten the breasts to 0.5 cm between transparent film, season with salt and pepper.
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Pass through flour
Dredge in flour, beaten egg with garlic and breadcrumbs, pressing well.
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Fry in plenty of oil at 170 C
Fry in plenty of oil at 170 C, 3 minutes per side until golden brown. Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later.
Look for a uniform golden color; The seal concentrates flavor and prevents it from releasing too much liquid later
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Drain on absorbent paper and season with salt and pepper when leaving the oil.
Drain on absorbent paper and season with salt and pepper as it comes out of the oil.
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Optionally bake with ham and cheese for Neapolitan Milanese
Optionally bake with ham and cheese for Neapolitan Milanese.
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Serve immediately with squeezed lemon
Serve immediately with squeezed lemon.
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Serve with mixed salad and French fries or mashed potatoes.
Serve with mixed salad and French fries or mashed potatoes.
Chef's tips
- Test for salt and doneness before serving; the last adjustment makes the difference.
- Use fresh and seasonal ingredients: the quality of the product is noticeable in the final result.
Variations
- Neapolitan Milanese with ham, cheese and tomato sauce.
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