Serves 4 poeple | Prepared in 30-50 mins | Difficulty: Easy
Experience the crispy delight of homemade breaded chicken, where tender chicken breast fillets are pounded thin, seasoned to perfection, and coated in a golden breadcrumb crust. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch, followed by juicy, flavorful chicken.
Fried to a beautiful golden brown, this classic dish is best served with fresh lemon slices and your favorite sides like potato salad or French fries. Simple, delicious, and utterly irresistible, this breaded chicken is sure to be a hit at any meal!
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast fillets (1.5 lb)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 200 g (1 1/2 cups) flour
- 2 eggs
- 200 g (2 cups) breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Lemon slices for serving
Instructions
1. Preparation
Place the chicken breast fillets between plastic wrap or parchment paper, and pound them evenly to about 1 cm thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Season both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
2. Breading
Place the flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs in three separate plates or shallow bowls. First, coat the chicken breasts in flour, then dip them in the eggs, and finally, coat them evenly with breadcrumbs.
3. Frying
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the breaded chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Make sure not to overcook them to keep them from drying out. Drain excess oil by placing them on paper towels.
4. Serving
Serve the Chicken Schnitzel with lemon slices and your favorite side dishes, such as potato salad, French fries, or vegetables. This simple and delicious German dish is sure to be a hit!
