Crusty Chicken with Broccoli

Crusty Chicken with Broccoli

INGREDIENTS

Serves 4 people

  1. 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  2. 2 eggs

  3. 1/4 cup of milk

  4. 1/2 cup of Italian breadcrumbs

  5. 1/2 cup of Panko breadcrumbs

  6. 1/4 cup of fresh grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

  7. 1/2 tsp of dried basil

  8. 1/2 tsp of oregano

  9. 1/2 tsp of marjoram

  10. 1/2 tsp of garlic powder

  11. 1/2 tsp of salt

  12. 1 tsp of fresh ground black pepper

  13. 2 Tblsof extra virgin olive oil

  14. 1 Tbls of butter

  15. 1 bunch of broccoli

  16. 1/4 cup of fresh basil, shredded

  17. 1 cup of Roma tomatoes, chopped

  18. 1 avocado, (optional)

  19. 1/4 cup extra fresh grated Parmesan cheese

    PREPARATION

  20. In a medium bowl beat together the eggs and milk.

  21. In another bowl mix together the breadcrumbs, cheese, dried basil, oregano, marjoram, garlic powder, salt and pepper.

  22. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture then coat with the breadcrumbs and refrigerate for 10 minutes.

  23. Using a steamer, steam the broccoli until tender.

  24. In a large frying heat the oil and butter and cook the chicken until browned and crisp on both sides. Around 10 minutes on each side.

  25. Place the chicken on a paper towel to drain the oil.

  26. Plate the broccoli and optional avocado and top with the chicken breast.

  27. Top the chicken with chopped tomatoes, basil and Parmesan and serve.