Crispy Chicken Schnitzel

Crispy chicken schnitzel is easy to make and delicious. Panko-crusted and fried until golden, it is the perfect family dinner recipe.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 4 eggs
• 2 1/2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 cup oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1If your chicken breasts are very large, carefully slice them in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
2. 2Place chicken in between two sheets of parchment paper.
3. 3Flatten with a meat mallet or rolling pin.
4. 4Set up a breading station by placing flour, paprika, garlic powder and salt in a wide, shallow bowl.
5. 5Whisk eggs into another bowl, big enough for coating the chicken.
6. 6In a third bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper and dried oregano.
7. 7Dredge the chicken first into the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs and finally in the seasoned breadcrumbs. Make sure the chicken is well coated to get a good, even crisp coating once fried. For a thicker crust, repeat the egg and breadcrumb steps.
8. 8Heat 1-2cm (½ inch) vegetable oil in a large pan or skillet over medium high heat.
9. 9Working in batches, carefully lay the chicken into the hot oil, laying the meat down away from you to avoid splashing. Allow to cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp.
10. 10Remove the cooked schnitzel from the pan and allow to drain on a paper towel lined plate.
11. 11Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges and sides of your choice.