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Chicken Schnitzel With Cucumber Salad

Crispy Chicken Schnitzel With Cucumber Salad Delight

Enjoy a comforting Chicken Schnitzel With Cucumber Salad that's crispy, flavorful, and low-calorie—ideal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: European
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts trimmed and sliced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1 cup fine bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying
For the Cucumber Salad
  • 1 medium white onion soaked to mellow flavor
  • 1 cup plain whole-milk yogurt or Greek yogurt
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon caraway seeds optional
  • 2 cups Persian cucumbers sliced
  • 1 medium dill pickle chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 2 wedge lemon for serving

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat Mallet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Shallow dishes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Trim each chicken breast and slice them horizontally to create thin cutlets, about ¼ inch thick. Pound them lightly for uniform thickness.
  2. Set up a breading station with separate dishes for flour, beaten eggs, and fine bread crumbs.
  3. Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, dip in eggs, and coat with bread crumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry two cutlets at a time for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Soak sliced white onion in cold water for about 10 minutes, then drain.
  7. In a mixing bowl, whisk together yogurt, minced garlic, white wine vinegar, and caraway seeds for the dressing.
  8. Combine drained onions, cucumbers, dill pickle, and herbs with the dressing, tossing to coat.
  9. Serve hot Chicken Schnitzel with cucumber salad and lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For a healthier option, consider air frying the schnitzel. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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