Paleo Breaded Schnitzel
Get ready to savor the perfect blend of crispy and wholesome with this Paleo Breaded Schnitzel! This gluten-free and grain-free take on the classic breaded schnitzel swaps traditional ingredients for nutrient-rich almond and coconut flours, delivering a crunchy, golden crust that’s irresistibly satisfying. Seasoned with a harmonious mix of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder, each bite is packed with bold, savory flavors. The recipe is simple yet indulgent, requiring just 20 minutes of prep and no special equipment beyond a frying pan. Cooked to perfection in coconut oil and served with fresh lemon wedges for a zesty finish, this schnitzel is a quick and healthy weeknight dinner option for Paleo enthusiasts and anyone craving a clean-eating twist on comfort food. Perfectly paired with a side salad or roasted vegetables, it’s bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large chicken breasts
- 1 cup almond flour
- 0.5 cup coconut flour
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 for serving lemon wedges
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap or parchment paper and pound them to about 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
In a shallow dish, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
In a separate shallow dish, whisk the eggs with the water until well combined.
Dip each piece of chicken into the egg mixture, ensuring it's well coated, and then dredge it in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
In a large frying pan, heat the coconut oil over medium heat. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated chicken breasts into the pan. Cook for about 5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the schnitzels from the pan and place them on a paper towel lined plate to remove excess oil.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the top.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2781 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.8 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.0 g | 345% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1030 mg | 343% | |
| Sodium | 3156 mg | 137% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.8 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.3 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 291.2 g | 582% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 372 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 632 mg | 13% | |
*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.
