Schnitzel Or Grilled Breast Recipe
Make Schnitzel Or Grilled Breast Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Meat
Breading (for Schnitzel)
Grilling (optional seasoning)
For frying (if making Schnitzel)
Method
Preparation of Chicken Breast
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
If using chicken breasts for schnitzel, place them between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet. If grilling, simply season the chicken breasts.
Schnitzel Breading Process
- 2
Set up Breading Station
In three separate shallow dishes, place flour in the first dish, beaten eggs in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, black pepper, and paprika in the third.
- 3
Bread the Chicken
Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, shaking off excess. Next, dip into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off. Finally, coat with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Cooking
- 4
Fry the Schnitzel
In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add breaded chicken pieces and fry for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 5
Serving
- 6
Serve
Serve the schnitzel with lemon wedges and your choice of sides, or present the grilled chicken with a fresh salad.