Crispy Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce & Fresh Salad 🍗🍄
This schnitzel is a family favorite—crispy, creamy, and absolutely delicious!
📝 Ingredients:
🔹 For the Chicken Schnitzel:
2 boneless chicken breasts
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp paprika
2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
🔹 For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:
1 cup mushrooms, sliced
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp butter
🔹 For the Fresh Salad:
1 cup mixed greens (lettuce, arugula, etc.)
1/2 cucumber, sliced
1/2 tomato, diced
1/4 cup shredded carrots
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 tbsp lemon juice
1/4 tsp salt & black pepper
🍽️ Step by Step:
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken Schnitzel:
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.
Coat each breast in flour, dip into the beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat and fry the schnitzel for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown. Set aside.
2️⃣ Make the Mushroom Sauce:
In the same pan, melt butter over medium heat.
Add mushrooms and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.
Stir in chicken broth, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir until thickened.
3️⃣ Prepare the Salad:
Toss mixed greens, cucumber, tomatoes, and shredded carrots in a bowl.
Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
4️⃣ Assemble & Serve:
Plate the crispy chicken schnitzel, pour the creamy mushroom sauce over it, and serve with the fresh salad on the side.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: ~550 per serving | Protein: ~45g per serving