Description
A flavorful and spicy twist on the classic chicken schnitzel, served with a zesty Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the chicken. Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to about 1/2 inch thick using a meat mallet or rolling pin. This ensures even cooking.
- Set up a breading station: In one shallow dish, place the flour. In a second dish, beat the eggs. In a third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with the panko mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard to create the spicy Caesar dressing.
- Serve the schnitzels hot, drizzled with the spicy Caesar dressing and garnished with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake the breaded chicken at 400°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, instead of frying.
- Add a kick by incorporating chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce into the spicy Caesar dressing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 200mg