Description
Chicken Austrian Schnitzel is a crispy and delicious twist on the classic schnitzel, traditionally made with veal or pork. This dish features tender chicken breasts coated in a golden breadcrumb crust, served with fresh lemon juice for a zesty kick.
Ingredients
- 🍗 Chicken breasts: 4 pieces (about 150-200g each)
- 🌾 All-purpose flour: 1 cup (120g)
- 🥚 Eggs: 2 large
- 🍞 Breadcrumbs: 1 cup (100g)
- 🧂 Salt: to taste
- 🧂 Pepper: to taste
- 🍋 Lemon: 1, cut into wedges for serving
- 🌿 Fresh parsley: a handful, chopped (for garnish)
- 🛢️ Vegetable oil: for frying (about 1 cup or enough to cover the bottom of the pan)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by placing it between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound it to about 1/2 inch thickness.
- Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one for flour (seasoned with salt and pepper), one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
- Coat each chicken breast in flour, dip it in the beaten eggs, and then press it into the breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Test the oil with a breadcrumb; if it sizzles, it’s ready.
- Fry the breaded chicken breasts for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- Transfer the cooked schnitzels to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve the schnitzels on a platter, garnished with chopped parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is pounded evenly for consistent cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while frying to maintain oil temperature.
- Season each layer of the breading for enhanced flavor.
- Use paper towels to drain excess oil after frying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Austrian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: Chicken Schnitzel, Austrian Cuisine, Fried Chicken, Comfort Food