Chicken Schnitzel With Lemon Butter Sauce
Chicken Schnitzel with Lemon Butter Sauce is a classic Hessian dish that features tender chicken cutlets coated in crispy breadcrumbs and served with a tangy lemon butter sauce. This recipe is perfect for a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Dredge the chicken in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt the remaining butter. Stir in the lemon juice and parsley. Cook for 1-2 minutes until heated through.
- Serve the chicken schnitzel with the lemon butter sauce drizzled on top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 380
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Skillet Saucepan Plastic wrap
Tools
Meat mallet Tongs
Serving suggestions
Serve the chicken schnitzel with a side of mashed potatoes and a crisp green salad.
Tips & tricks
For extra crispy schnitzel, double coat the chicken in the egg and breadcrumb mixture.
Cost
$15