Chicken Schnitzels
The original Wiener schnitzels are made with veal, but chicken has overtaken veal and pork as Europe’s favorite meat and chicken schnitzels are just as popular—if not more so—than the classic veal version.
Chicken schnitzels are a favorite dish in many Central European countries from Switzerland, Germany to Czechia and Romania (served as an appetizer), but they are also popular in Australia and Israel.
So if you’re craving something crispy, juicy, and oh-so-satisfying, this chicken schnitzel recipe is a must-try! The best part? They’re super simple to make, with just a few ingredients and a quick fry for perfectly tender chicken wrapped in a crispy crust.
Serve them with your favorite sides – salad, potatoes (in every form) and rice are popular side choices – and you’ve got a meal everyone will love!
Chicken Schnitzels
Ingredients
- 1 chicken breast
- salt
- pepper
- 100 g wheat flour
- 4 eggs beaten
- 100 g breadcrumbs
- cooking oil for frying
Instructions
- First, slice the chicken breast and tenderize each piece using a kitchen mallet.
- Season the slices with salt and pepper to taste.
- Next, coat each slice in flour on both sides, dip in beaten eggs, and finish with a layer of breadcrumbs.
- Fry the schnitzels in hot oil until they reach a perfect golden brown.
- Once cooked, transfer the schnitzels to paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Serve them with your favorite side, and enjoy!
Notes
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I make this for my kids all the time, when I want to make sure they won’t put up a fight at dinner. Thanks for the recipe!
This is indeed a recipe that kids simply love. We’re thrilled your kids also loved it.