Baked Chicken Schnitzel is a crisp oven-baked chicken cutlet coated in seasoned breadcrumbs and Parmesan, offering a golden crust and tender interior without deep frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup all purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon milk optional
1 1/2 cups panko breadcrumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon cut into wedges
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Slice chicken breasts horizontally and pound to 1/4 inch thickness.
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Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs with milk in another, and combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
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Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into breadcrumb mixture.
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Arrange on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
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Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Rest for a few minutes and serve with lemon wedges.
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Slice chicken breasts horizontally and pound to 1/4 inch thickness.
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Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs with milk in another, and combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, paprika, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper in a third bowl.
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Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg mixture, then press into breadcrumb mixture.
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Arrange on baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
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Bake for 18 to 22 minutes until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
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Rest for a few minutes and serve with lemon wedges.