Low Fat Fried Chicken Schnitzel
Savor the crispy, golden perfection of **Low Fat Fried Chicken Schnitzel**, a lighter take on the classic comfort food that doesn’t skimp on flavor. This health-conscious twist swaps traditional frying methods for the oven or air fryer, delivering a crunchy crust without excess oil. Seasoned with paprika, garlic, and onion powder, each tender, pounded chicken breast is coated in whole wheat flour and breadcrumbs for a wholesome edge. With just a spritz of cooking spray and a short cook time, you’ll enjoy an irresistibly crunchy exterior and juicy interior that pairs beautifully with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, this guilt-free schnitzel recipe combines easy preparation, low-fat ingredients, and satisfying comfort food vibes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 2 large Egg whites
- 2 tablespoons Low-fat milk
- 1 cup Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- as needed Cooking spray
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them gently with a meat mallet until they are about 1/4-inch thick.
Season both sides of each chicken breast with salt and black pepper.
Prepare a breading station: place flour in a shallow dish, beat egg whites with milk in another shallow dish, and mix breadcrumbs with paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a third dish.
Coat each chicken piece in flour, shaking off any excess. Then dip in the egg white mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Finally, coat the chicken evenly with the breadcrumb mixture.
Preheat your air fryer or oven to 400°F (200°C). If using an oven, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray.
Lightly spray both sides of the breaded chicken with cooking spray.
If using an air fryer, place the chicken in the basket in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary, for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. If oven baking, place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for approximately 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Serve the schnitzels immediately with lemon wedges on the side for a refreshing squeeze of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.3 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 298 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 3549 mg | 154% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.4 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 140.8 g | 282% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1678 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
