Description
Chicken schnitzel is a delightful dish that combines crispy, golden-breaded chicken with a tender interior, creating an unforgettable culinary experience. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly versatile, pairing wonderfully with a variety of sides like salads and mashed potatoes. Enjoy the satisfying crunch and mouthwatering flavors with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour, sifted
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to half-inch thickness for even cooking.
- Set up a breading station: one dish with flour mixed with salt and pepper, another with whisked eggs, and the last with breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast: first in flour, then egg, and finally breadcrumbs, ensuring complete coverage.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Fry each piece for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg