Description
A crispy and delicious chicken schnitzel recipe that is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound total)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko for extra crunch)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the chicken breasts. Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Set up a breading station: In one shallow dish, place the flour mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. In a second dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, place the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip it into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts.
- Fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Once cooked, transfer the schnitzels to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the crispy chicken schnitzels hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to the breadcrumb mixture.
- You can substitute chicken with pork or veal for a traditional schnitzel experience.
- For a healthier option, bake the breaded schnitzels at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 0mg