Chicken Schnitzel
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4.6
561 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
339 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
German
Chicken Schnitzel
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This Chicken Schnitzel is ultra-crispy on the outside and perfectly juicy inside! Lightly pounded chicken breasts are coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and shallow-fried until golden brown. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you’ll get authentic, restaurant-quality schnitzel right at home. Serve with lemon wedges, mashed potatoes, or a fresh salad for the ultimate comfort meal!
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Ingredients
- 3 pounds chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 4 teaspoons salt or to taste, divided
- 4 teaspoons black pepper or to taste, divided
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups breadcrumbs (I used Panko)
- 4 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley for garnish
- vegetable oil for frying
Serve with
- Lemon wedges
- Dijon mustard
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Instructions
- Remove chicken tenders from breasts and save them for later use. Working with one piece of chicken breast at a time, place it in a ziploc plastic bag or between two sheets of plastic wrap. If using a plastic bag, partially close the bag, but not all the way to allow air to flow out. Use a meat mallet to pound out the meat using the flat side of the mallet, gently so you don't tear the meat, until it's about ¼-inch in thickness. Repeat with the rest of chicken breasts. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- In one shallow plate whisk the flour with 1 tsp salt and pepper. In another shallow plate whisk the breadcrumbs with 1 tsp salt and pepper and in another plate, whisk the eggs with 1 tsp salt, pepper and the Dijon mustard.
- Place a rack on a baking sheet. Place all plates next to each other like on an assembly line. Start by coating the chicken in the flour mixture first, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the egg mixture next, making sure it's fully covered in egg, and lastly dredge it through the breadcrumb mixture. Place on the prepared baking sheet and repeat with the rest of the chicken.
- Heat about ½-inch of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot enough (350F) place a schnitzel into the skillet and fry, the oil should sizzle. Usually I drop a breadcrumb to see if it sizzles. If your skillet is really big you may be able to fry two pieces of chicken at a time, otherwise don't rush this process. I used a 10½-inch skillet, and was only able to fry one schnitzel at a time. Add more oil as necessary in between schnitzels. Fry for about 2 to 3 minutes per side or until the schnitzel is a deep golden brown. Drain on a wire rack. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Serve schnitzels with lemon wedges, Dijon mustard and I like to serve mine with mashed potatoes.
Notes
- Breadcrumbs Matter! – Panko breadcrumbs give the crispiest texture, but regular breadcrumbs work too.
- Oil Temperature is Key – If the oil isn’t hot enough (about 350°F/175°C), the schnitzel will absorb oil and turn soggy instead of crisping up.
- Don’t Skip the Rest Time – Letting the breaded chicken sit for 5-10 minutes before frying helps the coating stick better and stay crisp.
- Use a Wire Rack for Draining – Instead of paper towels, which can trap steam and soften the crust.
- Make it Ahead – Bread the chicken up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the fridge until ready to fry.
- Air Fryer or Baked Option – For a healthier version, bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-18 minutes or air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1schnitzel
Calories
339kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
20g
(7%)
Protein
43g
(86%)
Fat
8g
(12%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
201mg
(67%)
Sodium
1600mg
(67%)
Potassium
730mg
(21%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
225IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
2.6mg
(3%)
Calcium
76mg
(8%)
Iron
2.5mg
(14%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 339 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1schnitzel | |
| Calories | 339kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 20g | 7% |
| Protein | 43g | 86% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 201mg | 67% |
| Sodium | 1600mg | 67% |
| Potassium | 730mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 225IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2.6mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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