Crispy Chicken Schnitzel

With a crunchy, golden brown coating and a hint of Dijon mustard flavor, my recipe for Crispy Chicken Schnitzel is a great choice for dinner tonight.

This recipe takes boring old boneless, skinless chicken breasts and gives them a tasty twist.

This recipe will appeal to those kids who don’t eat anything but chicken nuggets, as well as any adults who join you for dinner.

The whole family will ask for this recipe again and again.

Schnitzel is an Austrian dish made with meat (beef, chicken or pork) pounded thin, coated in breadcrumbs then fried until golden and crisp.

The best part of this crispy chicken Schnitzel is that it comes together in less than 15 minutes.

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Why do I love Crispy Chicken Schnitzel?

• The crunch of this chicken entree is amazing! 
• Everyone in my family loves this recipe because it is so much like chicken nuggets, except it is way healthier!
• The flavors added to the egg mixture include just the right blend of tasty herbs, spices, and delicious Dijon mustard.

What is chicken schnitzel made of?

Chicken schnitzel is a dish that is made of chicken rolled in egg and breadcrumbs and fried in hot oil. 

How do you keep schnitzels crispy?

The biggest key to keeping schnitzels crispy is to use plenty of hot oil when you are cooking the meat. Don’t add the chicken to the oil until it is hot.

How is chicken schnitzel different from fried chicken?

When you make chicken schnitzel you have to pound the chicken flat before you prepare it. With fried chicken, you do not do this. Also, fried chicken is coated in flour, while schnitzel is coated in bread crumbs.

Why is my chicken schnitzel soggy?

The coating on the chicken schnitzel will get soggy if the oil is not hot enough before you add the chicken to it. The oil should be sizzling when you drop the chicken pieces in it.

Is it better to cook schnitzel in butter or oil?

Oil is the best choice for cooking this dish. Butter will scorch before you get the chicken fully cooked.

How to serve Crispy Chicken Schnitzel?

You can serve this dish with knives and forks, or cut it into smaller pieces to serve as finger foods. If you choose to cut it up, it is great atop rice, salad, or pasta.

Tips:

• Do not add the chicken to the oil until the oil is very hot. This will keep the coating from becoming soggy with grease.
• Pay attention to the underside of the chicken as you are cooking it. When you begin to see golden brown color on the coating around the edges, you can flip the chicken with tongs. Don’t flip it too early or you risk the breading sticking to the pan. 

Variations:

• Cut the chicken breasts into smaller bites to make chicken nuggets or chicken strips.
• If you have really picky kids and you need a very mildly flavored dish, you can omit the Dijon mustard.
• For an Italian twist, leave out the Dijon mustard and use Italian-seasoned bread crumbs.

Ingredients for Crispy Chicken Schnitzel:

• Eggs
• Honey
• Dijon Mustard
• Soy Sauce
• Garlic
• Bread crumbs
• Salt
• Black Pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Boneless Chicken Breast Halves

How to make Crispy Chicken Schnitzel:

Step 1. In a medium bowl, add the eggs, Dijon mustard, honey, soy sauce, and garlic.

Then, whisk everything together.

Step 2. Heat 1/2 to 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet.

Step 3.  Add bread crumbs, salt, and pepper and mix together in a shallow/large bowl.

Step 4. Put chicken breasts in the egg mixture first and knead until fully coated. Then, press the chicken pieces in the bread crumbs until evenly coated. Make sure to press hard to cover all the chicken.

Step 5. Carefully and slowly place chicken in the hot oil using tongs and cook until golden brown.

Step 6. Place the fried chicken on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 7. Serve with mashed potatoes or our Glazed Carrots and enjoy!

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How to store Crispy Chicken Schnitzel?

Store Crispy Chicken Schnitzel in the fridge in an airtight container.

How to reheat Crispy Chicken Schnitzel?

While you can reheat this in the microwave, the coating will be crispier if you heat it in the oven at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes. Or you can use an air fryer for about 5 minutes.

How much does Crispy Chicken Schnitzel last on the fridge?

This dish should last in the fridge for three days.

Can I make ahead Crispy Chicken Schnitzel?

This dish is best if you prepare it right before you want to eat it.

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