Dairy-Free Chicken Schnitzel Burger

Crispy, golden, and packed with bold flavor, this Dairy-Free Chicken Schnitzel Burger is the ultimate comfort food with a health-conscious twist. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and fried to perfection, this burger is made entirely without dairy, using unsweetened almond milk and dairy-free mayonnaise for a creamy, guilt-free topping. Paired with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a Dijon mustard-mayo spread, all nestled between lightly toasted burger buns, this recipe delivers a satisfying balance of texture and flavor. Ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for a quick weeknight meal or weekend gathering, this dairy-free delight is a crowd-pleaser that won’t sacrifice on indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 Chicken breast fillets
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 2 Eggs
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 0 (for frying) Vegetable oil
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 1 Tomato
• 4 slices Pickles
• 0.5 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet.

Step 2

In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and almond milk.

Step 4

Spread the panko breadcrumbs on a large plate.

Step 5

Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

Step 6

Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, then press it into the breadcrumbs, coating both sides. Press firmly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well. Repeat for all chicken breasts.

Step 7

In a large skillet over medium heat, pour enough vegetable oil to cover the bottom about 1/4 inch deep. Heat until a breadcrumb sizzles when dropped in.

Step 8

Fry the schnitzels, two at a time if needed, for 3-4 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 9

Lightly toast the burger buns.

Step 10

Slice the tomato into thin rounds.

Step 11

In a small bowl, mix the dairy-free mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.

Step 12

Assemble the burgers by spreading the mayo-mustard mixture on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 13

Layer a lettuce leaf, a tomato slice, a chicken schnitzel, pickles, and the top bun.

Step 14

Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free chicken schnitzel burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1409.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3733.7

Total Fat 220.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 60.5g
Cholesterol 650.4mg	0%
Sodium 7245.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 268.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.3g	0%
Total Sugars 27.1g
Protein 162.0g	0%

Vitamin D 125.9IU	0%
Calcium 561.2mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 1578.1mg	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: 53.5%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 29.0%