Who doesn’t love chicken schnitzels? We sure do! Honestly, we could eat them all day long. This is a simple and straightforward recipe for chicken schnitzels that will win over everyone at the table. If you’re a fan of breadcrumb-coated schnitzels, we have a version for that as well!
But today, we’re sharing a little secret—something small but important that makes a big difference. It’s not complicated, but it’s key to transforming your schnitzels from dry and tough to tender and delicious. And trust us, it’s easy to do!
So, let’s dive in and prepare some mouthwatering chicken schnitzels together!
Secret Tender Chicken Schnitzels
This recipe for chicken breast schnitzels is a simple yet flavorful dish that everyone will love. The secret to these schnitzels lies in marinating the chicken in a touch of beer, making them extra tender and juicy. Perfectly golden and crispy, these schnitzels are versatile—they can be served hot or cold, as a main dish with mashed potatoes or in a sandwich. A must-try recipe for schnitzel lovers everywhere!
Easy
Equipment
1 pan
1 bowl
1 kitchen knife
Ingredients
1 kg boneless chicken breast- 4 eggs
- 4 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 cup lager beer
- 1 cup sunflower oil for frying
- 1/2 tsp salt to taste
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by washing the chicken breasts thoroughly and slicing them into palm-sized pieces, about half a centimeter (¼ inch) thick.
- Peel and finely chop the garlic. In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, garlic, salt, and black pepper. Here’s the secret: add a glass of fresh beer to the bowl, cover it, and let the chicken marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step tenderizes the meat beautifully. If you're using free-range chicken, you can lightly pound the meat with a meat mallet for extra tenderness, though the beer marinade usually does the trick!
- In a shallow dish, beat the eggs with a fork and gradually whisk in the flour until you get a pancake-like batter. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Dip each piece of marinated chicken into the batter, ensuring it's well-coated. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium to low heat and fry the schnitzels until golden brown on each side.
- Once cooked, place the schnitzels on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. For extra oil absorption, you can also line the serving bowl with paper towels and layer them between batches of schnitzels.
- Serve your schnitzels warm or cold with your favorite side dishes. They pair wonderfully with mashed potatoes, fresh bread, or even tucked into a sandwich. However you enjoy them, these schnitzels are sure to impress. Bon appétit!P.S. If you’re feeling adventurous, we recommend trying our pork schnitzel recipe with a creamy white sauce. It’s just as delicious!
Notes
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Nutrition
Calories: 611kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 40gFat: 46gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 34gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 216mgSodium: 434mgPotassium: 684mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 210IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 32mgIron: 1mg
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