Vida Recetas Editorial
The milanesa is a classic dish consisting of a thin layer of meat, in this case chicken, breaded with egg and breadcrumbs, and fried until golden and crispy. Originally from Europe, this preparation became popular in Latin America, where each country adds its own special touch. This chicken milanesa recipe is perfect for those looking for a versatile meal, easy to pair with mashed potatoes, salad, or rice, and loved by both kids and adults.
The key to a good milanesa lies in the marinade: garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce give the meat a deep, juicy flavor. Then, the triple breading (flour, egg, and breadcrumbs) guarantees a crispy texture on the outside and tender on the inside. This version is ideal for a weekday dinner or to surprise the family with a comforting dish.
There are variations such as baked milanesas (lighter) or stuffed with cheese and ham, but this traditional fried recipe is the most classic and flavorful. With few ingredients and simple steps, you'll achieve golden, delicious milanesas in about 30 minutes.
Prep
20 min
Cook
20 min
Servings
4
Calories
250 kcal
Clean the chicken fillets, remove bones, cartilage and fat, wash with plenty of water and dry.
In a bowl, add the 4 cloves of garlic, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce and soy sauce; then add the chicken fillets and leave them for a few minutes.
In a deep plate, add the egg with a little salt, beat it with a hand whisk.
In another deep plate, place the flour and pepper, while in a third plate, place the breadcrumbs.
The oil is placed in a pan to heat it up and a plate is prepared with absorbent paper.
The chicken fillets are passed first through the flour, then through the beaten egg and then through the breadcrumbs; the Milanese are added to the pan that will have the hot oil and are cooked until golden brown, approximately for 12 minutes, turning them frequently to avoid burning and thus ensure that they brown evenly.
The Milanese are removed from the pan and placed on the plate with absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 20 minutes and the cooking time is 20 minutes.
This recipe is designed for 4 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
