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A savory breaded dish drizzled with a tangy tomato and pepper sauce.

Chicken Milanese with Roasted Pepper and Tomato Sauce

Crispy Chicken Milanese served with a smooth roasted red pepper and tomato sauce. A vibrant dish made with chicken cutlets, panko breadcrumbs, red wine vinegar, and sweet peppers.
Servings

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil divided
  • 1 15-ounce can whole peeled tomatoes, drained
  • 1/2 cup roasted red peppers finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves chopped, divided
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 12 ounces approx. 8 pieces thinly sliced chicken cutlets, pounded to 1/8-inch thickness

Instructions
 

Prepare the Roasted Pepper and Tomato Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Once warm, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic until softened and translucent, approximately 5 minutes. Add the drained tomatoes and chopped roasted red peppers, and cook until thoroughly heated, about 3–4 minutes.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a blender and purée until smooth. Return the sauce to the saucepan over low heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the chopped parsley and the red wine vinegar, then season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Keep the sauce warm while preparing the chicken.

Prepare the Breading Station

  1. In three separate shallow bowls, prepare your dredging setup:
  2. Bowl 1: Place the all-purpose flour.
  3. Bowl 2: Whisk together the eggs and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  4. Bowl 3: Mix the panko breadcrumbs with the remaining 2 tablespoons of chopped parsley.

Bread the Chicken Cutlets

  1. Pat the chicken cutlets dry with a paper towel. Dredge each cutlet first in the flour, coating both sides and shaking off excess. Then dip into the egg and mustard mixture, ensuring an even coat. Finally, press each cutlet into the breadcrumb mixture until well coated. Set aside on a plate.

Pan-Fry the Chicken

  1. In a large nonstick skillet set over high heat, warm 4 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets into the skillet, working in batches if necessary. Sauté for approximately 2–3 minutes per side, or until both sides are golden brown and the chicken is cooked through.
  2. Once cooked, transfer the cutlets to a paper towel-lined plate to remove any excess oil, then place on a cooling rack to maintain crispness while cooking the remaining pieces.

Repeat with Remaining Cutlets

  1. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining breaded chicken.

Serve

  1. Plate each chicken cutlet and top with a generous spoonful of the warm roasted pepper and tomato sauce. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

To prepare this recipe gluten-free:
  • Substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1:1 flour blend.
  • Replace panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free panko or crushed gluten-free crackers.
  • Confirm that the Dijon mustard is certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain vinegar derived from gluten-containing grains.
These substitutions allow you to enjoy the crisp texture and vibrant flavors of Chicken Milanese with Roasted Pepper and Tomato Sauce without compromising dietary needs.
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