Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken Schnitzel is a popular dish that features tender, breaded chicken breast, pan-fried to a golden crisp. It is simple to prepare and makes for a delicious meal that can be served with various sides.
Equipment
- 1 meat mallet or rolling pin
- 3 shallow bowls
- 1 frying pan
- 1 tongs
- 1 paper towels
- 1 dish for draining
- 1 plate for serving
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts About 500g total.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 120g.
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs 100g.
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika Optional.
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil 120ml for frying.
- as needed lemon wedges For serving.
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound each breast to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the breadcrumbs.
- Take each chicken breast and first coat it in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring it is fully coated. Finally, press the chicken into the breadcrumbs, covering it evenly.
- In a frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
- Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts into the hot oil, cooking them for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, transfer the schnitzels to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Serve the Chicken Schnitzel hot with lemon wedges on the side, and enjoy with your choice of sides.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating the chicken in a bit of lemon juice and herbs before breading.
You can also bake the schnitzels in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for about 20 minutes if you prefer a healthier option.
Experiment with different spices in the breadcrumb mixture for varied flavors.