Chicken Schnitzel (Parisian)

french-parisian-chickenschnitzel This Parisian chicken breast schnitzel from scratch and ditch those chicken nuggets you buy from the store. Delicious and healthy, the schnitzels can be served with salads, potatoes in any form, cooked vegetables or just in simple sandwiches. Perfect for picnics, lunches and dinners.

4-5 medium chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour, unbleached
2 large eggs, beaten
½ tsp. sea salt
¼ tsp. black pepper, freshly ground
vegetable oil, for frying, such as sunflower oil

Clean and slice the chicken breast horizontally into cutlets ¼" thick.

Grab a deep frying pan and pour the vegetable oil into it. Heat the oil while you prepare the dredging ingredients.

Prepare a plate with flour and add salt and pepper. Mix well.

Prepare another dish with beaten eggs.

Take one slice of meat and toss it in flour on both sides. Shake the excess flour. Transfer to the other plate and dip the meat into the egg.

Place the coated chicken in the pan and fry on medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.

When done, transfer the schnitzels to a plate and serve warm or cold.

Makes 6-8 servings.

Cook's Notes:

Use thinly sliced chicken for even cooking.
Sunflower or vegetable oil is ideal for frying.
Coat with seasoned flour, then dip in egg.
Fry on medium-high heat for a crispy texture.
Serve warm or cold; avoid microwaving when reheating.
For a variation, try pork or beef slices.