Chicken Schnitzel
A classic dish featuring crispy, golden brown chicken breasts, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Pound to an even thickness for even cooking.
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs Beaten.
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Use Panko or seasoned breadcrumbs for variation.
- as needed cups Vegetable oil For frying.
- to serve Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Dip the breasts into the eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
- Coat with breadcrumbs, pressing to adhere.
Cooking
- Place the breaded chicken in the hot oil and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels, and serve hot with lemon wedges.
Notes
For a lighter version, bake the schnitzels instead of frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven for crispiness. Use a meat mallet to pound chicken for even cooking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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