Chicken Schnitzel with Jalapeño Caper Butter
Chicken Schnitzel with Jalapeño Caper Butter is a delightful dish that elevates any dinner into a special occasion. The perfectly breaded, crispy chicken pairs beautifully with the zesty jalapeño and briny capers in a rich butter sauce, creating an explosion of flavors in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Austrian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 2 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons capers, rinsed and chopped
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by placing it between plastic wrap. Pound to about half an inch thick.
- Set up three shallow dishes: one with flour seasoned with salt and pepper, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, then coat thoroughly with panko.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (around 350°F). Fry each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- In another pan over low heat, melt butter and stir in jalapeños and capers until fragrant (1-2 minutes).
- Serve schnitzels drizzled with jalapeño caper butter sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 schnitzel (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For a healthier twist, try baking the schnitzels at 400°F for 20 minutes instead of frying. Substitute chicken with turkey breasts or eggplant for a vegetarian option.