Recipes

Argentine Chicken Milanesa

Serves 4

| Prep Time: 25 mins

| Cook Time: 20 mins

| Total Time: 45 mins

You may need: Argentine Pampas

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Prepare for a palate-tingling voyage through Argentina with the soul-satisfying Argentinian Chicken Milanesa, accompanied by the irresistible Salsa Criolla. This dish serves as an inviting window into the heart of Argentine culinary traditions. Nestled at the bottom of South America, Argentina boasts a rich blend of European and South American cultures, significantly influenced by Italian and Spanish immigrant populations.

The Argentinian Chicken Milanesa is a distant cousin of the famed Italian Milanese, finding its way to Argentina in the 19th century thanks to waves of Italian immigrants. Our Chef's recipe highlights the golden, crispy chicken cutlet, expertly seasoned with our exclusive Argentine Pampas blend, paying tribute to the robust spices typical of Argentinian cuisine. This unique combination infuses smoky, herbaceous flavors into the chicken, perfectly harmonizing with the Salsa Criolla. This Creole condiment - a tantalizing fusion of tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, vinegar, and a hint of spice - significantly elevates the entire dish, offering an essential accompaniment that graces various Argentine delicacies. Salsa Criolla, a colorful and vibrant condiment, decorates household tables and complements dishes like empanadas and grilled meats, reflecting its pivotal place in Argentine homes. For those preferring a plant-based alternative, a switch to vegan chicken cutlets and non-dairy milk in the egg wash seamlessly adapts this delightful dish.

Ingredients

For Salsa Criolla:
¼ cup olive oil
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
¼ tsp salt
1 tsp Piquant Post Argentine Pampas
1 small white onion, diced
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 small green bell pepper, diced
1 small yellow bell pepper, diced
2 roma tomatoes, seeds removed and diced
For Chicken Milanesa:
4 chicken breasts or cutlets, thin cut works great
2 eggs, beaten
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground black pepper
½ Tbsp Piquant Post Argentine Pampas
2 cloves garlic, grated
2 Tbsp parsley, chopped
1 cup unseasoned breadcrumbs
1 cup of oil, for frying
For garnish: chopped parsley
To serve: fresh green salad or french fries

Notes

You can make the salsa criolla up to 3 hours before serving. Save the remainder in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Instructions

Add the oil, red wine vinegar, salt and Piquant Post Argentine Pampas to a bowl and mix well. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Set the salsa criolla aside in the fridge to marinate.

If using thick-cut chicken breasts, cover a cutting board with plastic wrap. Place the chicken breasts onto the cutting board and cover the chicken breasts with another piece of plastic wrap. Use a kitchen mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts into an even thickness of about ¼ inch.

In a shallow bowl, mix the eggs, salt, black pepper, Piquant Post Argentine Pampas, garlic and parsley. Pour the breadcrumbs into another shallow bowl. Dip the chicken breasts into the egg mixture, then into the breadcrumbs to coat both sides. Set aside on a wire rack and repeat with the remaining chicken breasts.

Heat the oil over Med-High heat. Fry the chicken breasts for 3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Make sure that you do not crowd the pan. Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and place on a clean wire rack to drain excess oil. Repeat until all of the chicken is cooked. Serve with a side of salsa criolla and garnish with chopped parsley.

Alternatives & Substitutions

Argentinian Chicken Milanesa is both golden and crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Our culinary team is serving it with an Argentinian creole sauce called Salsa Criolla – a bright and crisp blend of peppers, onions and tomatoes.
Feel free to use other cuts of meat such as veal or steak, that you will traditionally find in Argentinian cuisine. If you prefer a plant-based alternative, replace the chicken with thinly sliced tofu, meaty portobello mushrooms or your favorite brand of vegan chicken cutlets.
Use our Argentine Pampas blend to recreate the flavors that are common in spiced meats and roasted vegetables in Argentinian cuisine. Try it in recipes like our Argentine Beef Ragu, Ancho Chili Chicken, Argentine Vegan Provoleto Burger, and Argentine Empanadas.
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