Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- Pound the chicken breasts: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound them to an even thickness of about ½ inch.
- Season your chicken: Sprinkle both sides generously with salt and pepper.
Breading Process
- Set up your breading station: In one shallow dish, place the flour. In another, beat the eggs. In a third, mix the breadcrumbs with the Parmesan cheese.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.
Frying
- In a large skillet, pour enough olive oil to cover the bottom (about ¼ inch deep). Heat over medium-high heat.
- Add the breaded chicken carefully to avoid splashes. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Keep warm on a plate lined with paper towels.
Making the Mushroom Gravy
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and mushroom slices, cooking until the mushrooms are tender and onions are translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir. Gradually add chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper to taste. Allow it to simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Notes
Don’t worry if your sauce looks a little lumpy—it’s all part of the magic! If you want to avoid frying, try baking the schnitzels in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
