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Schnitzel Baked with Avo

Crunchy Chicken Schnitzel with Fresh Avo & Mozzarella

Ouma Irene's Recipe
With simple steps and readily available ingredients, you’ll have a gourmet meal on the table in no time.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Dinner, lunch, Main Course
Cuisine Global
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 500g boneless, skinless chicken breast adjust as needed
  • ½ cup flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs your choice of crumbs
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • oil for frying avocado or vegetable oil
  • fresh lemon wedges for garnish

Avo BakebTopping:

  • 1 large ripe avocado peeled and sliced
  • 12 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 12 thick slices of ripe tomato
  • a few fresh basil leaves
  • 2 tbsps avocado or extra virgin oil

Instructions
 

Preparing the Schnitzels:

  • Trim any tendons or excess fat from the chicken breasts.
  • Lay each breast flat on a cutting board and butterfly by slicing horizontally, stopping three-quarters of the way through.
  • Open the breast to reveal two halves and slice down the middle to create two equal pieces.
  • Place chicken between two layers of plastic wrap and pound evenly with a mallet.
  • Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs (mixed with 2 teaspoons of water), and one with breadcrumbs, paprika, and salt.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat (about 1/4 full).
  • Coat each piece in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere
  • Fry schnitzels in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack and season with additional salt if needed.

Assembling & Baking:

  • Preheat oven to 180°C/356°F. Line a baking tray with parchment paper or non-stick spray.
  • Arrange the cooked schnitzels on the tray.
  • Top each schnitzel with a slice of tomato, mozzarella, avocado slices, and basil leaves. Drizzle with oil.
    Chicken Schinzel ready for Oven
  • Bake for 15 minutes, then grill until the cheese is melted and golden.

Serve warm with a side salad or roasted vegetables for a well-rounded meal!

    Keyword Avocado, Chicken