Description
Chicken Schnitzel is a delightful dish that combines perfectly seasoned chicken breasts with a crispy panko coating. Quick to prep and cook, it’s an ideal choice for a satisfying dinner or a comforting meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tbsp milk or water
- 2 cups panko or plain breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- neutral oil for frying
- Flaky sea salt, to garnish
- Lemon wedges
- Chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast horizontally into two thinner cutlets.
- Place the cutlets between sheets of parchment or plastic wrap.
- Pound the cutlets to a thickness of 1/4 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Season both sides with kosher salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Set up a breading station: Place flour in one shallow dish, whisk eggs and milk or water in another, and fill a third with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each cutlet in flour, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat neutral oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the breaded cutlets in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Garnish with flaky sea salt, serve with lemon wedges, and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake the schnitzel instead of frying.
Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the cutlets to achieve a crispy texture.
Pair with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
