Ingredients

• 8 (4-ounce) chicken cutlets, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness

• 1 tablespoon kosher salt, divided

• 1 teaspoon black pepper, divided

• 3 large eggs

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 cups plain breadcrumbs

• 2 ounces Parmesan cheese, grated (about 1/2 cup)

• 1 1/4 cups canola oil

• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar

• 2 teaspoons kosher salt

• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper

• 1/2 teaspoon dried dill

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 to 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper, divided

• Simple green salad (such as Little Gem lettuce with ranch dressing, fresh dill, sliced chives, and black pepper), for serving