Chicken (Or Turkey) Schnitzel-Schnitzel Hodoo

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 4
Chicken (Or Turkey) Schnitzel-Schnitzel Hodoo
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

8 chicken breast chicken breasts ( the meat needs to be skinless and boneless for this recipe ) or 8 turkey breast , uncooked ( the meat needs to be skinless and boneless for this recipe )
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked black pepper
2 eggs
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon salt-free onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt-free garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup matzo meal or 1/2 cup matzo meal and 1/2 cup unbleached white flour
oil , for frying ( use an oil with a high flash point ! )
lemon slice
fresh parsley
freshly grated nutmeg ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
255
Sugar
0g
Fat
14g
Schnitzel is an Austrian dish that has become popular worldwide. It's a thin, breaded cutlet that is fried until crispy and golden brown. Chicken or turkey schnitzel is a variation of this dish that is made with chicken or turkey breasts instead of veal or pork. The chicken or turkey can be pounded thin and breaded, then fried until it's crispy and golden brown. This recipe is a great way to add some variety to your weeknight meals, and can be served with a variety of sides, including roasted vegetables or a fresh salad. The chicken or turkey schnitzel is easy to prepare, and can be made with a few simple ingredients that you likely have on hand already.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.Pound the chicken or turkey breasts evenly to a thickness of about 1/4 inch.
3.In a shallow bowl, mix the salt and pepper together.
4.In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, water, onion powder, garlic powder, and cumin.
5.In a separate shallow dish, mix the matzo meal with salt.
6.Dip the chicken or turkey into the seasoned salt, then into the egg mixture, then into the matzo meal, pressing to coat both sides.
7.Heat enough oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers (about 1/8 inch deep).
8.Working in batches, cook the chicken or turkey in the hot oil for 4-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
9.Place the cooked schnitzel on the prepared baking sheet, and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the chicken or turkey is cooked through.
10.Serve hot with lemon slices, fresh parsley, and grated nutmeg if desired.

PROS

Chicken or turkey schnitzel is an easy, tasty way to prepare chicken or turkey breasts.

It’s a great weeknight meal that can be prepared quickly and enjoyed by the whole family.

CONS

This dish is fried, which can make it high in calories and fat.
It’s important to use an oil with a high flash point to ensure that the schnitzel is not greasy and is cooked through.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken or turkey schnitzel is a good source of protein, which can help to build and repair muscle tissue.
It’s also low in carbohydrates and can be useful for people trying to manage their blood sugar levels.
The use of matzo meal instead of regular flour makes this recipe gluten-free.

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