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Delicious Homestyle Chicken Schnitzel Recipe

Recipe for making classic chicken schnitzel: a deliciously crispy and flavorful breaded chicken cutlet.
Prep Time20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Author: Jane and Sonja

Equipment

  • 1 Meat Tenderizer

Ingredients

  • 3 pieces Chicken breast, boneless
  • 3/4 cup flour all purpose
  • 3/4 cup bread crumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Vegeta
  • 2 tbsp Oil

Instructions

  • Cut chicken breast into 2-3 pieces (depending on the size of the chicken breast).
  • Gently hammer chicken breast pieces on a cutting board with a meat tenderizer. Turn and hammer the other side.
  • Add a pinch of salt and Vegeta (or your favorite seasoning mix) to each side.
  • Scramble 1 egg in a small bowl.
  • Mix equal parts bread crumbs with flour.
  • Add a thin layer of oil to the frying pan. Preheat oil on medium. Add a touch of flour to the oil, if it sizzles, the oil is ready. Do not over heat the oil.
  • Dip chicken into egg mixture, then into flour mixture. Coat all sides.
  • Transfer to the pan.
  • Cook the first side for 5 minutes.
  • Turn the pieces and cook for another 7-8 minutes.
  • Remove from heat and enjoy.