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Slovenian Kitchen by Michelle
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Hähnchenschnitzel

Cultural Context

Hähnchenschnitzel, a variation of the traditional Wiener Schnitzel, has its roots in Austria, where the original dish is made with veal. This beloved dish symbolizes comfort food, often served with a side of potato salad or lingonberry sauce. In modern times, chicken schnitzel has gained popularity worldwide, becoming a staple in many households.

AustrianATmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
chicken breast
lemon juice
lemon zest
3 eggs
2 tbsp raisins
2 tbsp oil
sea salt
pepper
flour
homemade breadcrumbs
canola oil
6 small yellow potatoes
paprika
1 tsp garlic powder

breadcrumbs

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: crushed cornflakes

Ground oats are healthier and provide a similar texture.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier while margarine is a budget-friendly option.

1

Cut the chicken breast and place it between wrap.

2

Add lemon juice and lemon zest to the chicken and let it sit for 30 minutes.

3

Prepare the egg mixture with 3 eggs, 1-2 tsp of fresh lemon juice, 2 tbsp of raisins, 2 tbsp of oil, seasoning salt, sea salt, and pepper.

4

Season the marinated chicken with sea salt.

5

Dredge the chicken in flour, shaking off excess, then dip it into the egg mixture.

6

Coat the chicken with homemade breadcrumbs until fully breaded.

7

Heat canola oil in a frying pan and test if it's ready.

8

Fry the chicken schnitzels for about 1.5 minutes on each side until golden brown.

9

Drain on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

10

Prepare potatoes with olive oil, sea salt, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper, then roast in the oven at 425°F for 30 minutes, lowering to 375°F for another 15 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

breadingpan-frying

Equipment Needed

wrapfrying panpaper towelsoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Chicken SchnitzelWiener Schnitzel (Chicken)

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