Chicken Schnitzel Recipe
This Chicken Schnitzel is perfectly crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. A classic comfort food, golden-fried and easy to make at home with simple pantry staples.
Equipment
- Meat Mallet
- Mixing bowls
- Skillet
- Tongs
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 large chicken breasts halved horizontally and pounded thin
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1.5 cups breadcrumbs preferably panko
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp paprika optional
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
- lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Place halved chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound evenly to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- Set up a breading station: flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and seasoned breadcrumbs in the third.
- Dip each chicken piece into the flour, then eggs, then breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Fry schnitzels 2–3 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate. Serve with lemon wedges and your favorite side dish.
Notes
For extra crispiness, chill the breaded schnitzels for 15 minutes before frying. Serve with potato salad, mashed potatoes, or fries.