Ass Kickin' Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   *Pepato is a mixture of grated parmesan and pepper.
2. 2
   You can buy Alessi Pepato or prepare your own by grinding 2 tbs red pepper flakes in a coffee or spice grinder and mixing with 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese.
3. 3
   Substitute black peppercorns if you do not have red pepper flakes.
4. 4
   Divide the flour evenly onto two plates.
5. 5
   To one, add the paprika, to the other add the Pepato (parmesan/pepper mixture.) In a shallow bowl, beat the egg with the hot sauce.
6. 6
   In a large saute pan, heat the oil over medium heat- do not let it smoke.
7. 7
   Dip the chicken breasts first in the flour/paprika mix, shake off excess flour, dip in the egg wash, coating both sides thoroughly, then dip in the flour/Pepato mix to cover well.
8. 8
   When oil is hot, add the chicken breasts.
9. 9
   Do not overcrowd.
10. 10
    Cook until the coating is golden brown, about three minutes each side.
11. 11
    Remove and place on paper towels to drain.
12. 12
    Serve on a bed of spring greens or romaine lettuce.