Creamy Chicken Schnitzel
A delightful dish of crispy chicken coated in a creamy, rich sauce featuring garlic, parmesan, and herbs, perfect for any dinner party or family meal.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, cut in half lengthways
- 1 tsp salt flakes
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 cup plain/all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp garlic, freshly minced
- 1/2 cup chicken stock
- 300 ml thickened/heavy cream
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Serving
- to serve Mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or pasta
- to serve Steamed greens
- 1 tbsp parsley, finely chopped for garnish
- as needed Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken schnitzels with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and thyme.
- Dredge the seasoned chicken in flour.
Cooking
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken schnitzels for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For the sauce, melt the remaining butter in the same skillet, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in chicken stock, cream, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese.
- Season the sauce with salt and pepper, stirring until thickened.
Serving
- Serve the schnitzels topped with the creamy sauce alongside mashed potatoes or steamed rice, and steamed greens.
- Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges for extra flavor.
Notes
Add crushed red pepper for a spicy kick. Use chicken thighs for a juicier option. Pair with a light salad for added freshness.