When a schnitzel is homemade, it’s crispier on the outside and more tender on the inside – and it can be as easy as it is delicious! This one’ll make your heart melt right along with its sizzling topping of mozzarella, basil pesto & tomato.
Crispy Chicken Schnitty
Crispy Chicken Schnitty
with panko breadcrumbs, basil pesto & a Caprese melt
Hands on Time: 30 - 45 minutes
Overall Time: 40 - 60 minutes
Ingredients:
- Balsamic Vinegar
- Cake Flour
- Cheesy Panko Crumb
- Chicken
- Free-range Chicken Breast/s
- Free-range Chicken Breasts
- Grated Mozzarella Cheese
- Pesto Princess Basil Pesto
- Salad Leaves
- Sunflower Seeds
- Sweet Potato
- Tomato/es
- Tomatoes
From your kitchen:
- Oil (cooking, olive or coconut)
- Seasoning (salt & pepper)
- Water
- Cling Wrap
- Egg/s
- Paper Towel
CRISPY SWEET POTATO
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the sweet potato pieces on a roasting tray. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
SCHNITTY PREP
Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and place on a chopping board. Use a sharp knife to slice into one side of the chicken, starting at the thicker side and ending at the thinner point (be careful not to cut all the way through). Open up the chicken so that it resembles a butterfly. Cover with cling wrap and pummel with a rolling pin to create an even thickness and season.
CRUMBS!
Prepare two shallow dishes: one containing the flour (seasoned lightly), the other containing the cheesy panko crumb. In a third shallow dish, whisk 1 egg with 1 [2]|#7DA0D7 tsp of water. Coat each breast piece in the flour, then in the egg, and lastly in the crumb. When coating in the crumb, press it into the meat so it sticks and coats evenly. Make sure the piece is fully coated in one mixture before moving on to the next. Dust off any excess in between coatings. Set aside until frying.
SUNNY SEEDS
Place the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
IRRESISTIBLY CRISPY
When the sweet potato has 10 minutes remaining, return the pan to a medium-high heat with enough oil to cover the base. Fry the schnitzel/s for 1-2 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through. Transfer to a greased baking tray. Sprinkle over the mozzarella, top with a couple of tomato slices, and smear with basil pesto. Pop in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the schnitzel/s are cooked through. Remove and allow to rest for 3 minutes before serving. In a salad bowl, combine the vinegar with 5ml [10ml]|#7DA0D7 of olive oil. Toss through the remaining tomato slices, the green leaves, and some seasoning.
ALMOST TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE…
Serve up a generous portion of sweet potato alongside the crispy schnitzel/s. Sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds over the salad and serve on the side. Deliciousness is as easy as that!
CRISPY SWEET POTATO
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the sweet potato pieces on a roasting tray. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
SCHNITTY PREP
Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and place on a chopping board. Use a sharp knife to slice into one side of the chicken, starting at the thicker side and ending at the thinner point (be careful not to cut all the way through). Open up the chicken so that it resembles a butterfly. Cover with cling wrap and pummel with a rolling pin to create an even thickness and season.
CRUMBS!
Prepare two shallow dishes: one containing the flour (seasoned lightly), the other containing the cheesy panko crumb. In a third shallow dish, whisk 1 egg with 1 [2]|#7DA0D7 tsp of water. Coat each breast piece in the flour, then in the egg, and lastly in the crumb. When coating in the crumb, press it into the meat so it sticks and coats evenly. Make sure the piece is fully coated in one mixture before moving on to the next. Dust off any excess in between coatings. Set aside until frying.
SUNNY SEEDS
Place the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
IRRESISTIBLY CRISPY
When the sweet potato has 10 minutes remaining, return the pan to a medium-high heat with enough oil to cover the base. Fry the schnitzel/s for 1-2 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through. Transfer to a greased baking tray. Sprinkle over the mozzarella, top with a couple of tomato slices, and smear with basil pesto. Pop in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the schnitzel/s are cooked through. Remove and allow to rest for 3 minutes before serving. In a salad bowl, combine the vinegar with 5ml [10ml]|#7DA0D7 of olive oil. Toss through the remaining tomato slices, the green leaves, and some seasoning.
ALMOST TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE…
Serve up a generous portion of sweet potato alongside the crispy schnitzel/s. Sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds over the salad and serve on the side. Deliciousness is as easy as that!
CRISPY SWEET POTATO
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the sweet potato pieces on a roasting tray. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 30-35 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
SCHNITTY PREP
Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and place on a chopping board. Use a sharp knife to slice into one side of the chicken, starting at the thicker side and ending at the thinner point (be careful not to cut all the way through). Open up the chicken so that it resembles a butterfly. Cover with cling wrap and pummel with a rolling pin to create an even thickness and season.
CRUMBS!
Prepare two shallow dishes: one containing the flour (seasoned lightly), the other containing the cheesy panko crumb. In a third shallow dish, whisk 2 eggs with 2 tbsp of water. Coat each breast piece in the flour, then in the egg, and lastly in the crumb. When coating in the crumb, press it into the meat so it sticks and coats evenly. Make sure the piece is fully coated in one mixture before moving on to the next. Dust off any excess in between coatings. Set aside until frying.
SUNNY SEEDS
Place the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
IRRESISTIBLY CRISPY
When the sweet potato has 10 minutes remaining, return the pan to a medium-high heat with enough oil to cover the base. Fry the schnitzels for 1-2 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through. Transfer to a greased baking tray. Sprinkle over the mozzarella, top with a couple of tomato slices, and smear with basil pesto. Pop in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the schnitzels are cooked through. Remove and allow to rest for 3 minutes before serving. In a salad bowl, combine the vinegar with 15ml [20ml]|#7DA0D7 of olive oil. Toss through the remaining tomato slices, the green leaves, and some seasoning.
ALMOST TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE…
Serve up a generous portion of sweet potato alongside the crispy schnitzels. Sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds over the salad and serve on the side. Deliciousness is as easy as that!
CRISPY SWEET POTATO
Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the sweet potato pieces on a roasting tray. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 30-35 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
SCHNITTY PREP
Pat the Chicken dry with paper towel and place on a chopping board. Use a sharp knife to slice into one side of the chicken, starting at the thicker side and ending at the thinner point (be careful not to cut all the way through). Open up the chicken so that it resembles a butterfly. Cover with cling wrap and pummel with a rolling pin to create an even thickness and season.
CRUMBS!
Prepare two shallow dishes: one containing the flour (seasoned lightly), the other containing the cheesy panko crumb. In a third shallow dish, whisk 2 eggs with 2 tbsp of water. Coat each breast piece in the flour, then in the egg, and lastly in the crumb. When coating in the crumb, press it into the meat so it sticks and coats evenly. Make sure the piece is fully coated in one mixture before moving on to the next. Dust off any excess in between coatings. Set aside until frying.
SUNNY SEEDS
Place the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside.
IRRESISTIBLY CRISPY
When the sweet potato has 10 minutes remaining, return the pan to a medium-high heat with enough oil to cover the base. Fry the schnitzels for 1-2 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through. Transfer to a greased baking tray. Sprinkle over the mozzarella, top with a couple of tomato slices, and smear with basil pesto. Pop in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the schnitzels are cooked through. Remove and allow to rest for 3 minutes before serving. In a salad bowl, combine the vinegar with 15ml [20ml]|#7DA0D7 of olive oil. Toss through the remaining tomato slices, the green leaves, and some seasoning.
ALMOST TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE…
Serve up a generous portion of sweet potato alongside the crispy schnitzels. Sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds over the salad and serve on the side. Deliciousness is as easy as that!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the preparation time for Crispy Chicken Schnitty?
The preparation time for Crispy Chicken Schnitty with panko breadcrumbs, basil pesto & a Caprese melt is between 30 and 45 minutes.
What is the total time required to make Crispy Chicken Schnitty with panko breadcrumbs, basil pesto & a Caprese melt?
The total time required to make Crispy Chicken Schnitty with panko breadcrumbs, basil pesto & a Caprese melt is between 40 and 60 minutes.
How many servings does Crispy Chicken Schnitty provide?
4 servings
What are the main ingredients in Crispy Chicken Schnitty?
Balsamic Vinegar, Cake Flour, Cheesy Panko Crumb, Chicken, Free-range Chicken Breast/s, Free-range Chicken Breasts, Grated Mozzarella Cheese, Pesto Princess Basil Pesto, Salad Leaves, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato, Tomato/es, Tomatoes
What is the nutritional information of Crispy Chicken Schnitty?
Calories: 880, Carbs: 86 grams, Fat: grams, Protein: 60.4 grams, Sugar: 22.8 grams, Salt: 605 grams
How do I prepare Crispy Chicken Schnitty?
IRRESISTIBLY CRISPY: When the sweet potato has 10 minutes remaining, return the pan to a medium-high heat with enough oil to cover the base. Fry the schnitzel/s for 1-2 minutes per side until golden but not cooked through. Transfer to a greased baking tray. Sprinkle over the mozzarella, top with a couple of tomato slices, and smear with basil pesto. Pop in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese has melted and the schnitzel/s are cooked through. Remove and allow to rest for 3 minutes before serving. In a salad bowl, combine the vinegar with 5ml [10ml]|#7DA0D7 of olive oil. Toss through the remaining tomato slices, the green leaves, and some seasoning. ALMOST TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE…: Serve up a generous portion of sweet potato alongside the crispy schnitzel/s. Sprinkle the toasted sunflower seeds over the salad and serve on the side. Deliciousness is as easy as that! SUNNY SEEDS: Place the sunflower seeds in a pan over medium heat. Toast until golden brown, 2-3 minutes (shifting occasionally). Remove from the pan and set aside. CRUMBS!: Prepare two shallow dishes: one containing the flour (seasoned lightly), the other containing the cheesy panko crumb. In a third shallow dish, whisk 1 egg with 1 [2]|#7DA0D7 tsp of water. Coat each breast piece in the flour, then in the egg, and lastly in the crumb. When coating in the crumb, press it into the meat so it sticks and coats evenly. Make sure the piece is fully coated in one mixture before moving on to the next. Dust off any excess in between coatings. Set aside until frying. SCHNITTY PREP: Pat the chicken dry with paper towel and place on a chopping board. Use a sharp knife to slice into one side of the chicken, starting at the thicker side and ending at the thinner point (be careful not to cut all the way through). Open up the chicken so that it resembles a butterfly. Cover with cling wrap and pummel with a rolling pin to create an even thickness and season. CRISPY SWEET POTATO: Preheat the oven to 200°C. Spread the sweet potato pieces on a roasting tray. Coat in oil and season. Roast in the hot oven until golden, 25-30 minutes (shifting halfway). Alternatively, air fry at 200°C until crispy, 20-25 minutes (shifting halfway).
What should be prepared from my kitchen to make Crispy Chicken Schnitty?
Balsamic Vinegar, Cake Flour, Cheesy Panko Crumb, Chicken, Free-range Chicken Breast/s, Free-range Chicken Breasts, Grated Mozzarella Cheese, Pesto Princess Basil Pesto, Salad Leaves, Sunflower Seeds, Sweet Potato, Tomato/es, Tomatoes
How many calories does Crispy Chicken Schnitty have?
880 calories
How much fat content does Crispy Chicken Schnitty have?
grams
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