Oven Baked Ground Chicken Cutlets
When a recipe starts going viral online, I usually wait a bit before jumping on the trend. I want to know if it is actually worth making before I share it with all of you. These Oven Baked Ground Chicken Cutlets absolutely passed the test. I have never been the biggest fan of making traditional fried chicken cutlets. My boys love them and would happily eat them every week, but I do not love standing over a pan of oil dealing with the mess, splatter, and cleanup afterward. When I saw people making these baked ground chicken cutlets, I knew I had to give them a try.
Oven Baked Ground Chicken Cutlets
The first time I made them, I was honestly surprised by how much they reminded me of a classic chicken cutlet. They came out crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and had all the flavors we love without frying a single thing. Even better, my boys absolutely loved them. In a house where feeding a family of six can sometimes feel like a full time job, finding a recipe that everyone gets excited about is a huge win. This is one of those recipes that immediately earned a permanent spot in our meal rotation.
What I also love about these baked chicken cutlets is how versatile they are. We have eaten them as a main dish with vegetables, sliced them up for salads, turned them into sandwiches, and even used them for meal prep throughout the week. If you have seen these going viral lately, they truly deserve the attention they are getting. Recipes similar to these have actually been around for years. My friend Carla from Adventures of a Nurse has been making a version of these chicken patties long before they became a trend online. If you would like to see her version, you can check it out HERE.
What You Will Love About This Recipe
• No frying required
• Crispy outside with a tender and juicy center
• Much less mess than traditional chicken cutlets
• Family approved and kid friendly
• Perfect for meal prep
• Great for salads, sandwiches, wraps, and pasta dishes
• Made with simple ingredients
• Ready in under 30 minutes
• Budget friendly using ground chicken
• Freezer friendly
Ingredients You’ll Need
Ground Chicken
I tested this recipe using 2 pounds of ground chicken. It worked great, although it was slightly harder to work with than a smaller batch.
Panko Breadcrumbs
These are what give the cutlets that crispy texture.
Parmesan Cheese
Adds flavor and helps create a beautiful golden crust.
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How To Make Oven Baked Ground Chicken Cutlets
Step 1
Season the ground chicken.
Step 2
Press into a thin cutlet shape between parchment paper.
Step 3
Add the flour, egg wash, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, & avacado spray.
Step 4
Carefully flip and repeat all of the steps
Step 5
Transfer to baking sheet.
Step 6
Finished golden brown cutlet.
Melissa’s Tips
- Using two sheets of parchment paper made flattening much easier.
- The broiler is what really creates that chicken cutlet appearance.
- Two pounds works fine, but takes a little more patience when flattening.
- Don’t skip the avocado oil spray.
Ways We Serve These
We have already eaten these:
- On salads
- As a dinner entrée
- As a sandwich
- For meal prep lunches
- Make a quick chicken Parmesan. Add some sauce and mozzarella cheese.
Oven Baked Ground Chicken Cutlets
Ingredients
- 1 to 2 pounds ground chicken
- 1 to 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 to 2 teaspoons onion powder
- All purpose flour
- 3 eggs, whisked
- Panko bread crumbs
- ¼ to ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Avocado oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450 degrees.
- Add the ground chicken, garlic powder, and onion powder to a large bowl. Mix until the seasonings are evenly incorporated.
- Place a large sheet of parchment paper on your work surface and generously sprinkle it with all purpose flour.
- Transfer the ground chicken mixture onto the floured parchment paper.
- Press the ground chicken into a thin, even layer, about the thickness of a traditional chicken cutlet. For easier handling, place a second sheet of parchment paper over the top and use a rolling pin to flatten the chicken.
- Sprinkle the top of the chicken with flour and spread it evenly over the surface.
- Brush the top with whisked eggs.
- Sprinkle a generous layer of panko bread crumbs over the top and gently press them into the chicken.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the bread crumbs and gently press it down.
- If using parsley, sprinkle it over the top and gently press it into the coating.
- Spray the surface with avocado oil spray.
- Place another large sheet of parchment paper over the top and carefully flip the chicken over. Remove the top sheet of parchment paper.
- Repeat the coating process on the second side:
- Sprinkle with flour .
- Brush with egg wash.
- Add panko bread crumbs and gently press them in.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and press lightly.
- Add parsley, if using.
- Spray with avocado oil.
- Carefully transfer the coated chicken cutlet onto a large baking sheet that has been sprayed with avocado oil.
- Bake for 15 to 17 minutes, or until cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and serve as you would traditional chicken cutlets.
Notes
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
