Chicken Schnitzel is a delicious and classic dish of breaded and fried chicken cutlets. It’s known for its crispy coating and tender, juicy chicken. This recipe will guide you through making Chicken Schnitzel at home, perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week.

Chicken Schnitzel Recipe

Chicken Schnitzel is a versatile and comforting dish that can be enjoyed with various side dishes, such as mashed potatoes, salad, or vegetables. The key is to create a crispy breadcrumb coating around the chicken while keeping the meat tender and flavorful

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 40

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Equipment

meat mallet
plastic wrap
shallow bowls
frying pan
tongs
paper towels

Ingredients

boneless chicken
salt and black pepper
all purpose flour
eggs
bread crumbs
parmesan cheese
paprika
vegetable oil
lemon wedges

Instructions

Place each chicken breast (or thigh) between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
In three separate shallow bowls or plates, set up a dredging station:
Bowl 1: All-purpose flour
Bowl 2: Whisked eggs
Bowl 3: Breadcrumbs (and optionally, grated Parmesan cheese and paprika, for extra flavor)
Coat each piece of chicken first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the whisked eggs, ensuring it's well-coated.
Finally, press it into the breadcrumbs mixture, making sure the breadcrumbs adhere evenly to both sides.
In a large frying pan or skillet, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom of the pan over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking. To test the oil, you can drop a small piece of breadcrumb into it; it should sizzle immediately.
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Fry for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the schnitzel is golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
Use tongs to transfer the fried chicken schnitzel to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Serve the Chicken Schnitzel immediately while it's still hot, garnished with lemon wedges if desired.

SOURCE: MY RECIPE JOINT

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Notes

You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs for this recipe.
Traditional schnitzel is served with lemon wedges for added flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 650g

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