Parmesan schnitzel with zucchini salad
Savor the flavors of a delightful Parmesan schnitzel paired with a refreshing zucchini salad. This easy-to-follow recipe combines tender chicken breasts, crispy bread crumbs, and rich Parmesan cheese with a fresh touch of parsley and zucchini. Perfect for a wholesome and delicious meal.
- 17 May 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 40 min
- 4 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
Parmesan schnitzel with zucchini salad is a delightful dish that marries crispy, golden chicken with a fresh, tangy zucchini salad. This recipe is perfect for a wholesome family dinner or an impressive meal for guests. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a restaurant-quality dish right in your kitchen.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. If necessary, use a meat tenderizer to gently pound the cutlets to an even thickness.
- In a shallow bowl, beat the eggs.
- Place the flour in a separate shallow bowl.
- In another shallow bowl, mix the bread crumbs with the grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season the chicken cutlets with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each cutlet in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Dip the cutlets into the beaten eggs, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Finally, press the cutlets into the bread crumb-Parmesan mixture, ensuring an even coating on all sides.
- Heat a generous amount of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully add the breaded chicken cutlets to the skillet. Avoid overcrowding the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- Fry the cutlets for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they’re golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer the cooked schnitzels to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Wash the zucchini thoroughly. Using a mandolin or a sharp knife, slice the zucchini into thin rounds or ribbons.
2. Mix the Salad:
- Place the sliced zucchini in a large bowl.
- Add the chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
3. Dress the Salad:
- Drizzle the zucchini and parsley with olive oil.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the salad to taste.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything together gently to combine and ensure the zucchini slices are well-coated.
- Plate the hot, crispy Parmesan schnitzels alongside a portion of the fresh zucchini salad.
- Optionally, garnish the dish with additional fresh parsley.
Tips:
- For extra crispiness, you can double coat the chicken by dipping it in the egg and breadcrumb mixture twice.
- Allow the breaded chicken to rest for a few minutes before frying to ensure the coating adheres well.
- To keep the schnitzel warm and crispy, place the cooked pieces on a wire rack in a low oven while you finish frying the remaining batches.
- For the zucchini salad, use a mandoline slicer to get uniformly thin slices for better texture and presentation.
- Add a squeeze of lemon on the schnitzel just before serving for an extra burst of flavor.
Parmesan schnitzel with zucchini salad is a flavorful and satisfying meal that combines crispy chicken with the refreshing taste of zucchini and parsley. By following these steps and tips, you can create a dish that will surely impress any palate.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 580 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 620kcal | 31% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 60g | 39% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 70g | 19% |
| Fiber 6g | 16% |
| Sugar 10g | 10% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 14g | 16% |
| Saturated 4.15g | 14% |
| Cholesterol 240mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 130ug | 14% |
| Choline 260mg | 48% |
| Vitamin B1 0.85mg | 71% |
| Vitamin B2 0.91mg | 70% |
| Vitamin B3 22mg | 133% |
| Vitamin B6 1.97mg | 116% |
| Vitamin B9 170ug | 42% |
| Vitamin B12 0.90ug | 38% |
| Vitamin C 60mg | 65% |
| Vitamin E 1.71mg | 11% |
| Vitamin K 80ug | 65% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 250mg | 19% |
| Copper, Cu 0.41mg | 46% |
| Iron, Fe 4.98mg | 45% |
| Magnesium, Mg 140mg | 33% |
| Phosphorus, P 700mg | 56% |
| Potassium, K 1560mg | 46% |
| Selenium, Se 70ug | 124% |
| Sodium, Na 640mg | 43% |
| Zinc, Zn 3.91mg | 36% |
| Water | |
| Water 440g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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