Classic Chicken Schnitzel

    Classic Chicken Schnitzel

    Thin, crispy breaded chicken cutlets finished with fresh lemon.

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    25 minsEasy4 servings

    Nutrition per serving

    440

    Calories

    38g

    Protein

    28g

    Carbs

    18g

    Fat

    Ingredients

    • 2 largeChicken breasts
    • 1 cupPanko breadcrumbs
    • 2Eggs
    • 1/2 cupAll-purpose flour
    • 4Lemon wedges

    Instructions

    1. 1

      Pound chicken breasts to 1/4 inch thickness.

    2. 2

      Dredge in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat in breadcrumbs.

    3. 3

      Fry in a half-inch of oil until golden brown on both sides.

    4. 4

      Drain on paper towels and serve immediately with lemon.

    Nutrition Facts

    Servings 4Serving Size 1

    Amount Per Serving

    Calories440

    % Daily Value *

    Total Fat 18g23%
    Saturated Fat 5.4g27%
    Trans Fat 0g
    Cholesterol 185mg62%
    Sodium 310mg13%
    Total Carbohydrate 28g10%
    Dietary Fiber 2g7%
    Sugars 4.2g
    Protein 38g76%
    Vitamin A 500 IUVitamin C 28 mgCalcium 45 mgIron 1.8 mg

    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

    💡 Tips for Classic Chicken Schnitzel

    • • Let meat rest for 5 minutes after cooking to keep it juicy.
    • • Use room-temperature eggs for more even cooking and better volume.
    • • Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking.
    • • Roll citrus on the counter before juicing to get more juice out.

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