5 from 18 votes
Chicken Schnitzel
Chicken Schnitzel here features tender chicken breasts pounded thin, seasoned, and coated with a combination of flour, eggs, and crispy panko breadcrumbs. The addition of lemon zest and garlic powder in the flour mixture adds subtle aromatic notes. Fried in olive oil until golden brown, the schnitzel develops a crunchy exterior while maintaining juicy chicken inside. Garnished with fresh chives and lemon wedges, it offers a balanced flavor and satisfying texture.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings:
4
people
Calories:
667 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 4 ounce chicken breast skinless, boneless
- salt Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 lemon zested
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 egg large
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- chives freshly chopped
- lemon wedges
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in a plastic bag, one at a time, and pound them so they are about ½ inch thick throughout its entirety.
- Prepare 3 bowls, one with flour, salt, pepper, lemon zest and the garlic powder, one with whisked eggs and the last with Panko bread crumbs.
- Place each piece of chicken in the flour, coating both sides, and shaking off any excess.
- Next dunk it into the whisked egg – let any excess liquid drain off.
- Next, coat it with the Panko breadcrumbs.
- Place a large skillet over medium high heat and add the olive oil. Once the oil is hot, carefully place one piece of Chicken Schnitzel into the pan and let it cook for 3-5 minutes and then flip it over to finish cooking. Each piece should be golden brown on both sides.
- Remove the chicken to a paper towel lined plate and repeat the process with the remaining chicken. Once all the chicken is cooked, give it all a generous squeeze of lemon, a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives, and season with more salt as needed.
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Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice and herbs like chives at the end to add brightness to the dish.
- Serve schnitzel promptly after cooking to maintain crisp texture.
- Ketchup can be used as a simple accompaniment for a comfortable, familiar flavor.
Nutrition Information
Calories
667kcal
(33%)
Carbohydrates
49g
(16%)
Protein
61g
(122%)
Fat
24g
(37%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
(24%)
Monounsaturated Fat
13g
(65%)
Trans Fat
0.04g
(2%)
Cholesterol
233mg
(78%)
Sodium
526mg
(22%)
Potassium
1042mg
(22%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
196IU
(4%)
Vitamin C
17mg
(19%)
Calcium
91mg
(9%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 667
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 667kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 61g | 122% |
| Fat | 24g | 37% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 233mg | 78% |
| Sodium | 526mg | 22% |
| Potassium | 1042mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 196IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 91mg | 9% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.