Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Herb Sauce

Here’s a delicious recipe for Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Herb Sauce:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Schnitzel:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs (Panko breadcrumbs work well for extra crunch)
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Creamy Herb Sauce:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, chives, and dill)
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions:

Preparing the Chicken Schnitzel:

1. Prepare the Chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch.
2. Season: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Coating: Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. Place flour in the first dish. Beat the eggs in the second dish. In the third dish, combine breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, and garlic powder.
4. Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip in the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing the breadcrumbs onto the chicken to adhere well.
5. Fry the Chicken: Heat about 1/4 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken breasts. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Preparing the Creamy Herb Sauce:

1. Sauté Garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Add Liquid Ingredients: Stir in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
3. Flavor: Add the Dijon mustard and lemon juice, stirring to combine. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
4. Add Herbs: Stir in the chopped fresh herbs and season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for another minute, then remove from heat.

Serving:

• Place the fried chicken schnitzel on a serving plate.
• Spoon the creamy herb sauce over the chicken.
• Garnish with extra chopped herbs if desired.
• Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.

Enjoy your homemade Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Herb Sauce!