You guys are so obsessed with my pork schnitzel that I knew I had to make a chicken version! Thin pounded, lightly seasoned Chicken is fried golden crispy perfection!
Why This Schnitzel Belongs on Your Dinner Table
- Amazing Crunch:Each bite is presented with a delicious golden crust that melts delightfully in your mouth for an irresistible first crunch.
- Various pairings:Tender, juicy chicken that serves as a blank canvas for your favorite sides. My family loves it served with creamy mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, buttery noodles, or a crunchy, fresh salad.
- Child approved:Even picky eaters won’t be able to resist this delicious, crispy, golden chicken, making it the dinner everyone will ask for again and again.
Chicken Schnitzel Ingredients
- chicken: Pound the chicken to an even thickness of about ¼ inch. This will help it cook evenly.
- whole milk: Fry at an appropriate temperature. If it’s too hot, the crumbs will burn. If it’s too cold, the schnitzel will get greasy. Aim for 350°F.
How to Make the Best Chicken Schnitzel
These crispy chicken schnitzels can be on the table in just 25 minutes! You can roast asparagus in the air fryer while it’s frying to golden perfection, or add green beans for a quick, fresh side. Follow my easy step-by-step instructions.
- prep: Cut 2 chicken breasts in half evenly, lengthwise, then place between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to ¼ inch thick using the flat side of a meat mallet.
- season: Season the flat cut cutlets with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dredging Station: Place flour, eggs with Dijon mustard, and panko bread crumbs in 3 shallow dishes.
- dredge: Coat the cutlets evenly in the flour, then dip them in the egg, allowing any excess to drip back into the bowl. Lastly, coat the breadcrumbs completely with bread crumbs.
- fry: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, place 2 pork cutlets in the oil and fry for 4 to 5 minutes on each side. The chicken should be golden brown and cooked through.
- provide: Remove the oil from the cooked chicken and place it on a wire rack to drain the excess oil. Repeat this process in batches with the remaining cutlets. Sprinkle the hot chicken schnitzel with coarse salt and serve with fresh lemon wedges, if desired.
Alyssa’s Expert Tips
- Dredging: Hold the dry ingredients in one hand and the egg in the other. This will prevent the travel path from getting lumpy on your fingers.
- Breadcrumbs: After coating the chicken with breadcrumbs, cover the chicken with breadcrumbs and leave for 10 to 15 minutes before frying. This will help the crumbs adhere better and reduce the risk of them falling out of the pan.
Alternative Cooking Methods
- Air fryer:
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
- Place the breaded chicken in the air fryer basket and spray the top with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 5 to 6 minutes. Flip the chicken, spray the other side with cooking spray and cook for another 4 to 6 minutes.
- oven:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place the breaded chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning halfway through.
Chicken Schnitzel
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Crispy, golden chicken schnitzel with a light, crunchy coating, pan-fried until just tender and served hot for an easy, classic dinner.
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calorie 396calorie
ingredient
- 2 Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ cup flour
- 2 egg beaten
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ⅓ cup oil For frying
guideline
- chop 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Evenly in half lengthwise. Place chicken between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to an even ¼ inch thickness using the flat side of a meat mallet.
- Season the flat cutlets. 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepperand 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Place in each of 3 shallow plates. ½ cup flour, 2 eggs be beaten 1 teaspoon Dijon mustardand 1¼ cups panko bread crumbs.
- Dredge the cutlets in the flour, coating them evenly. Then coat with egg, allowing any excess egg to drip from the cutlet back into the bowl. Lastly, cover the breadcrumbs completely with the breadcrumbs.
- heat ⅓ cup oil In a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, place 2 pork cutlets in the oil and fry for 4 to 5 minutes on each side. The chicken should be golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the cooked chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack to drain excess oil. Repeat this process for the remaining cutlets.
- Sprinkle the hot schnitzel with coarse salt and serve with fresh lemon wedges, if desired.
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Advance Preparation and Storage Instructions
- refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- To reheat: I like to use an air fryer to keep my schnitzel crispy. Approximately 5 minutes at 375°F. Flip halfway through so both sides are nice and toasty.
- Freezer: You can store it in an airtight freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Stay ahead: Prepare until the frying stage and store the breaded chicken between sheets of parchment paper in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
nutrition
calorie: 396calorie | carbohydrate: 26g | protein: 19g | province: 23g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated fat: 6g | Monounsaturated fat: 13g | Trans fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 118mg | sodium: 830mg | potassium: 307mg | fiber: 1g | sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 138IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | calcium: 55mg | steel: 2mg
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