Name: Chicken Schnitzel Recipe
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 quarts plus 2 tablespoons cold water, divided; 1/3 cup kosher salt; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, tenders removed, about 8 ounces each; 12 slices white bread; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 2 cups canola oil, peanut oil, or melted homemade or store-bought clarified butter; 1 tablespoon finely minced parsley, for garnish; 1 lemon, sliced into 4 wedges

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This chicken schnitzel recipe creates tender, crispy chicken with a flavorful coating. The chicken breast is brined in a saltwater solution, coated in breadcrumbs, and then fried to perfection. Serve with a garnish of freshly minced parsley and a lemon wedge for a burst of citrus flavor.

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Servings: 4

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2 quarts plus 2 tablespoons cold water, divided

1/3 cup kosher salt

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, tenders removed, about 8 ounces each

12 slices white bread

1 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

2 cups canola oil, peanut oil, or melted homemade or store-bought clarified butter

1 tablespoon finely minced parsley, for garnish

1 lemon, sliced into 4 wedges

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

1,581kcal

79%
Fat

72g

3%
Saturated Fat

11g

0%
Carbohydrates

151g

7%
Fiber

8g

0%
Sugar

14g

0%
Protein

87g

4%
Cholesterol

210mg

10%
Sodium

3,383mg

169%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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