Parmesan-Crusted Chicken

Real prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 2 adults and 2 toddlers
Side dish suggestions: roasted red potato wedges, green beans

Supplies:
• 1 large nonstick pan or electric griddle
• 2 shallow bowls

From the freezer:
• 1# chicken breasts OR chicken cutlets

From the pantry:
• 1 c bread crumbs
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 2 tbl cooking oil

Fresh:
• 2 eggs
• 2 c finely grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tbl mustard (any variety)

Preparation:
1. If using chicken breasts, pound to even thickness with a kitchen mallet, then cut into strips. If using chicken cutlets, skip this step. Rinse strips and pat dry with a paper towel.
2. Whisk together egg and mustard in one bowl. Mix bread crumbs, parmesan, salt, and pepper together in another bowl.
3. Heat oil in pan or griddle to medium high heat.
4. Dip strips of chicken into egg mixture, then into bread crumb mixture. Place in hot oil.
5. Cook strips for 3-5 minutes per side.