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Crispy, golden-brown Chicken Schnitzel garnished with fresh parsley and lemon wedges, served on a white plate.

Chicken Schnitzel

This crispy chicken schnitzel features golden breaded cutlets, perfectly fried to perfection with a hint of lemon for a satisfying meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: European, German
Keyword: chicken breast recipe, chicken schnitzel, crispy chicken, fried chicken cutlets
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 28 minutes
Total Time: 43 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 470kcal
Cost: $9

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts boneless skinless about 780g sliced lengthwise
  • 1 teaspoon salt divided
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper divided freshly cracked
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour about 62.5g
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 ¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs about 75g
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated about 50g
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying or oil with high smoke point like canola or peanut oil
  • 1 lemon quartered for serving

Instructions

  • Prepare all ingredients.
  • Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Place each piece into a ziplock bag or between plastic wrap and gently pound to ¼-inch thickness with a meat mallet. Season both sides with ½ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper.
  • Set up 3 shallow bowls: one with flour, salt, and pepper; one with beaten eggs, water, garlic powder, and parsley; and one with panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
  • Coat each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess. Then dip in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off, and finally coat thoroughly in the panko-Parmesan mixture.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat, aiming for a temperature of 350°F-375°F. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the chicken cutlets in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the skillet.
  • Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes without disturbing until golden brown. Flip the cutlets using tongs and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Remove the cooked schnitzels from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain. Maintain the oil temperature and fry the remaining cutlets.
  • Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon and enjoy!

Notes

Chicken schnitzel is a deliciously crispy meal, best served hot with a fresh squeeze of lemon. For an extra touch, pair with a side salad or mashed potatoes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 470kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 3.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 1101mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 12mg