1-In a medium shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, garlic, parsley, Italian seasoning, and ¾ cup of cheese. Season with salt and pepper and mix well.

2-In another bowl, whisk together eggs, ½ cup cheese, a pinch of salt and pepper, and 1 tablespoon water until combined.

3-Place flour on a shallow plate, season with salt and pepper, and mix.

4-Thinly slice whole chicken breasts if needed. Place plastic wrap over slices and pound each piece to about ½ inch thickness. Season each piece with salt and pepper on both sides.

5-Set up a breading station in this order: chicken, flour, egg mixture, breadcrumbs, then a plate for breaded cutlets.

6-Dip each slice first in flour, tapping off excess, then into the egg mixture letting excess drip off, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere. Arrange breaded cutlets on the plate.

7-Heat a generous amount of olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat.

8-Fry 1-3 cutlets at a time without overcrowding, cooking until golden brown on both sides.

9-Drain fried cutlets on a wire rack or paper towels and serve immediately or keep warm in a 250°F oven for up to 1 hour.