Heart-Healthy Fried Chicken Schnitzel

Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of this 'Heart-Healthy Fried Chicken Schnitzel,' a lighter spin on a classic comfort food favorite. Made with a crunchy crust of whole grain breadcrumbs and protein-rich ground almonds, this oven-baked delight skips the deep fryer without sacrificing flavor or texture. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of black pepper, then baked to crispy excellence with just a touch of olive oil spray. Ready in under 45 minutes, this guilt-free schnitzel pairs beautifully with a zesty squeeze of lemon for a bright and refreshing finish. Perfect for a nutritious family dinner or a wholesome meal prep option, this recipe proves that healthy eating can still be satisfyingly delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup ground almonds
• 1 cup whole grain breadcrumbs
• 3 pieces egg whites
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 as needed olive oil spray
• 2 for serving lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with olive oil spray.

Step 2

Place each chicken breast between two pieces of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, gently pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the whole wheat flour, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt.

Step 4

In a second shallow dish, beat the egg whites until frothy.

Step 5

In a third shallow dish, mix the ground almonds and whole grain breadcrumbs.

Step 6

Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off excess. Dip into the egg whites, then press firmly into the almond-breadcrumb mixture to evenly coat.

Step 7

Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Serve warm with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the schnitzel, adding a fresh, zesty flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(738.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1726.0

Total Fat 49.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2609.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 159.3g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 332.2mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 2045.3mg	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: 25.6%

Protein: 36.7%

Carbs: 37.6%