Belmont 16s - How to make a perfect Chicken Schnitzel

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken Breast (skinless, boneless, about 200 g each)
• 1 cup All-Purpose Flour (sifted)
• 1 tsp Paprika (sweet paprika)
• 1 tsp Salt (fine sea salt)
• ½ tsp White Pepper (ground)
• 1 large Egg (beaten)
• 2 tbsp Milk (whole or 2%)
• 1 cup Plain Breadcrumbs (fine texture)
• 1 cup Canola Oil (for shallow frying, 160 °C oil temperature)

Instructions

1. Flatten the Chicken

   Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the meat to an even thickness of about ¼ inch (6 mm).

   Time: PT5M

2. Prepare Egg Wash

   Crack one egg into a mixing bowl, add 2 tbsp milk, and whisk lightly until combined.

   Time: PT2M

3. Season the Flour

   In a shallow dish, combine 1 cup flour with 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp salt, and ½ tsp white pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT2M

4. Set Up Coating Stations

   Arrange three shallow dishes in order: seasoned flour, egg wash, and plain breadcrumbs.

   Time: PT1M

5. Coat the Chicken

   Using the dry hand, dredge a chicken piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Dip it into the egg wash with the wet hand, then press it into the breadcrumbs, patting gently to adhere. Repeat for the second piece.

   Time: PT4M

6. Heat the Oil

   Add enough canola oil to the skillet to come about ¼ inch up the side (≈1 cup). Heat over medium‑high until the oil reaches roughly 160 °C (320 °F).

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: 160°C

7. Fry the Schnitzel

   Carefully place one coated chicken piece into the hot oil, away from yourself. Fry for 3‑4 minutes on the first side, then flip and fry another 3‑4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 160°C

8. Drain and Serve

   Remove the cooked schnitzel with tongs, let excess oil drip off, and place on a paper‑towel‑lined plate. Serve immediately with lemon wedges or your favorite side.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

15 g

Fiber

1 g