Jul 13 2026
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Crispy Chicken Schnitzel Recipe

Inspired by Veselka
Time40m
Serves2

Panko crusted thinly pounded chicken breast served with egg noodles, side of mushroom gravy sauce and and a small beet salad.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Schnitzel

Egg Noodles

Method

Prepare Chicken Schnitzel

  1. 1

    Pound the Chicken

    Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/4 inch using a meat mallet.

  2. 2

    Season and Bread

    Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Dredge each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, then coat in panko breadcrumbs.

  3. 3

    Fry the Chicken

    Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken schnitzels for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Make Mushroom Gravy

  1. 4

    Sauté Mushrooms

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are browned. Add minced garlic and simmer for another minute.

  2. 5

    Make the Gravy

    Sprinkle flour over the mushrooms and stir well. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme.

Prepare Egg Noodles

  1. 6

    Cook Egg Noodles

    In a pot of salted boiling water, cook the egg noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Prepare Beet Salad

  1. 7

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine cooked beets, arugula, and feta cheese. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

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