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Classic Chicken Schnitzel with Lemon Herb Crust

Experience the ultimate comfort of our Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Schnitzel. This classic recipe features tender chicken, coated in a crispy breadcrumb crust infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. Quick and easy to prepare, this dish is a surefire way to add a touch of gourmet to your dinner table

Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Schnitzel

Stevie G
Dive into the classic flavors of our Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Schnitzel. This recipe brings you the perfect combination of crispy, golden-brown chicken with a refreshing lemon herb crust. A delightful dish for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 26 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine German, Austrian, Swiss
Servings 4 people
Calories 890 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 chicken breasts thawed
  • 300 g flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp herbs for chicken to taste
  • 100 ml lemon juice
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 300 g bread crumbs shopbought, fine
  • 750 ml vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions
 

  • Cut chicken breast in half over the length
  • Use a meat tenderiser (hammer) to flatten the breast. It will become bigger as it gets flat
  • Roll in lemon juice
  • Roll in egg and add salt and herbs
  • Rest for 1 hour in fridge
  • Roll in flour, then in crumbs
  • Heat oil until very hot
  • Deep fry for approximately three minutes on one side and turn. Fry another three minutes or until golden brown
  • Drain on kitchen paper and serve hot topped with the sauce of your choice

Nutrition

Calories: 890kcalCarbohydrates: 113gProtein: 74gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 228mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 725mgFiber: 5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 156IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 188mgIron: 9mg
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