Description

Chicken Schnitzel offers a delightful blend of crispy panko and juicy chicken. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving comfort food, this dish is easy to prepare and absolutely delicious.

Ingredients

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1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 large breasts)
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 large eggs
1 ½ cups panko crumbs
4 tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil
flake salt
lemon wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Prepare the chicken by butterflying the breasts to make them thinner. Place each breast in a zip-top bag and pound to about 1/4 inch thick, then cut each piece in half to yield 8 cutlets.
In a bowl, mix the flour, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs. In a third bowl, place the panko crumbs. Dip each cutlet in the flour, then the egg, and finally coat with panko crumbs. Set aside.
Heat a large cast iron or non-stick pan over medium heat with the oil. Once hot, add 4 cutlets and cook for 5 minutes on each side until golden and the chicken reaches 165°F. Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate, sprinkling with flake salt.
Squeeze lemon juice over the schnitzel before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add herbs like parsley or thyme to the panko crumbs.
Serve schnitzel with a side salad or fries for a complete meal.
Ensure the chicken is pounded evenly for consistent cooking.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 290
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 130mg