Lemon-Basil Chicken Schnitzel

9 ingredients
11 steps

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 freshly ground parmesan cheese
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil or 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts, patted dry
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Directions

  1. 1
    Combine crumbs, cheese and seasonings in a shallow dish.
  2. 2
    In a large dish beat egg with lemon juice.
  3. 3
    Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture. Roll in crumb mixture and pat to ensure even layer of crumbs.
  4. 4
    Place on rack or wax paper.
  5. 5
    Heat butter and oil together in frying pan over medium heat.
  6. 6
    Add several peices of chicken at a time but do not crowd.
  7. 7
    Cook until golden on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
  8. 8
    Remove to serving platter.
  9. 9
    Brown any remaining chicken pieces.
  10. 10
    Return all chicken to the pan.
  11. 11
    Cover and cook for 2 minutes more or until chicken feels springy to the touch.

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