Dairy-Free Baked Chicken Schnitzel

Crispy, flavorful, and completely dairy-free, this Baked Chicken Schnitzel is a lighter, modern take on the classic comfort food. Perfectly seasoned with paprika, garlic, and onion powder, and coated in a crunchy panko breadcrumb crust, this dish achieves a golden, satisfying texture without the need for frying. A quick soak in a dairy-free egg wash made with unsweetened almond milk keeps the chicken moist while catering to those with dietary restrictions. Baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, it's an easy, healthier dinner option that pairs wonderfully with a squeeze of fresh lemon for a zesty finish. Ideal for weeknight meals or casual entertaining, this dish proves that indulgent flavors can also be nutritious.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 3 large Eggs
• 0.25 cups Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cups Olive oil
• 1 for serving Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound with a meat mallet or rolling pin until uniformly thin, about 1/4 inch thick.

Step 3

Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes. In the first dish, place the flour. In the second dish, whisk together the eggs and almond milk until well combined. In the third dish, mix the panko breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip into the egg mixture, ensuring it's fully coated, then press into the panko mixture, patting both sides to adhere the coating.

Step 5

Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each piece lightly with olive oil to help achieve a golden crust.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is crispy and golden brown.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 8

Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the schnitzel for a bright, fresh flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2531.5

Total Fat 101.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.5g
Cholesterol 1149.6mg	0%
Sodium 3814.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 257.3g	0%

Vitamin D 151.9IU	0%
Calcium 347.0mg	0%
Iron 18.5mg	0%
Potassium 2301.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.7%

Protein: 41.5%

Carbs: 21.7%