Vegetarian Chicken Escalope
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this Vegetarian Chicken Escalope is a plant-based twist on the classic comfort dish. Featuring tender vegetarian chicken fillets coated in a perfectly seasoned panko crust with hints of garlic, paprika, and black pepper, this recipe delivers all the satisfying crunch without the meat. Each fillet is briefly pan-fried in olive oil for a golden finish, then baked to perfection for a lighter touch. Serve these deliciously crispy escalopes garnished with fresh parsley and a squeeze of zesty lemon for a burst of freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Pair with your favorite side dishes for a meal that's flavorful, satisfying, and entirely meat-free!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces vegetarian chicken fillets
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 cup unsweetened plant-based milk
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 sliced into wedges lemon
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Step 3
Pour the plant-based milk into another shallow dish.
Step 4
Place the panko bread crumbs in a third shallow dish.
Step 5
Dip each vegetarian chicken fillet first into the flour mixture, ensuring it's evenly coated.
Step 6
Next, dip it into the plant-based milk, allowing any excess to drip off.
Step 7
Finally, coat the fillet with panko bread crumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the crumbs adhere well.
Step 8
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Step 9
Fry each coated fillet for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
Step 10
Transfer the escalope to the prepared baking tray.
Step 11
Bake in the preheated oven for an additional 8-10 minutes to ensure they are heated through.
Step 12
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (756.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1669.5 |
| Total Fat 69.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4863.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.5g | |
| Protein 103.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 50IU | 0% |
| Calcium 604.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1250.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories