Description
Learn how to make a delicious Crispy Chicken Schnitzel with this easy recipe. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a seasoned breadcrumb mixture and fried to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Chicken Schnitzel:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 cups plain breadcrumbs or panko
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon wedges and chopped parsley for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Pound Chicken: Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to 1/4-inch thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Breading Station: Set up bowls with flour, eggs with milk, and breadcrumbs with spices. Coat chicken in flour, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- Fry Chicken: Heat oil in skillet and fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Enjoy hot with lemon wedges and parsley.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- You can bake schnitzel at 425°F for 20 minutes for a lighter version.
- Pairs well with potato salad, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
