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chicken schnitzel

Crispy Chicken Schnitzel: A Comforting Weeknight Winner

Enjoy a delightful chicken schnitzel that's crispy, comforting, and ready in 35 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: German
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Pound to an even thickness.
For the Breading
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Season with salt and pepper.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Lightly beaten.
  • 1 cup Plain Breadcrumbs (Panko preferred) Panko adds crunch.
For Frying
  • 1 cup Vegetable Oil Heat to the right temperature.
For Serving
  • 2 pieces Lemons Cut into wedges.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground.

Equipment

  • Meat Mallet
  • Frying pan
  • Bowls
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the chicken by placing it between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2 inch thick.
  2. Set up the breading station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and panko breadcrumbs.
  3. Bread the chicken by dredging in flour, dipping in eggs, and covering with breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat the oil in a frying pan to the right temperature.
  5. Fry the chicken schnitzel until golden brown on both sides.
  6. Drain excess oil by placing schnitzel on paper towels.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Pound chicken evenly, check oil temperature before frying, and avoid overcrowding the pan for optimal crispiness.

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