Parmesan Crusted Chicken

Step 1

Cut each breast in half and pound to about 1/2" thick.

Step 2

Beat egg and water in a shallow bowl until blended.

Step 3

Add garlic, salt and pepper and whisk to blend.

Step 4

Place parmesan in another shallow bowl.

Step 5

Dip each piece of chicken in egg mixture making sure to coat.

Step 6

Allow excess egg to drip off.

Step 7

Place in parmesan. Sprinkle more parmesan over top. Gently press, then turn and repeat on other side. Shake off excess. Repeat with remaining chicken.

Step 8

Place butter and oil in a large skillet over high heat.

Step 9

Place chicken and do not move until edges brown (so that cheese sticks to chicken, about 3 minutes).

Step 10

Lightly press with spatula then turn over and again do not move until browned.

Step 11

Lightly press with spatula and remove to serving plate.