Best Maureens Chicken Schnitzel Lite Recipes

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MAUREEN'S CHICKEN SCHNITZEL-LITE



Maureen's Chicken Schnitzel-Lite image

Easier and a lighter version of traditional Schnitzel. Credited to Maureen Clancy in Cooking Light magazine.

Provided by Caroline Cooks

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh parmesan cheese, grated
2 teaspoons fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons fresh chives, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 lemon wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place chicken breasts between 2 sheets of heavy plastic wrap and pound to 1/2" thickness.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place flour in shallow dish.
  • Combine egg and mustard in another shallow dish.
  • Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley, chives and garlic in another shallow dish and mix to blend.
  • Dredge each chicken breast in flour; then in egg mixture; then in breadcrumb mixture to coat evenly.
  • Heat olive oil in heavy ovenproof skillet over MED-HI heat.
  • Saute chicken on one side until browned about 2 1/2 minutes.
  • Remove from heat; and turn chicken to place unbrowned side down in skillet.
  • Place in oven and bake for 10 minutes or until chicken is done and browned on underside.
  • Serve with lemon wedges.

EASY CHICKEN SCHNITZEL



Easy Chicken Schnitzel image

Great recipe from Cooking Light, August 2005 The mustard egg dip helps keep the chicken moist. I use the thin sliced chicken and longer time grilling in the pan so I don't have to cook in the oven.

Provided by Princess Lisa

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 23m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons grated fresh parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons chopped fresh chives
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 lemon wedges (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Place flour in a shallow bowl. Combine mustard and egg in a shallow dish. Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley, chives, and garlic in a shallow dish. Dredge 1 chicken breast half in flour, turning to coat; shake off excess flour. Dip in egg mixture; dredge in breadcrumb mixture. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken, flour, egg mixture, and breadcrumb mixture.
  • Heat oil in a large ovenproof nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; sauté 2 1/2 minutes or until browned. Remove from heat. Turn chicken over; place pan in oven. Bake at 350° for 10 minutes or until chicken is done. Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 2.4, Cholesterol 157.4, Sodium 579.8, Carbohydrate 13.5, Fiber 1, Sugar 1, Protein 41.2

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