Crispy Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce & Fresh Salad
Golden, juicy chicken + luscious mushroom sauce + crunchy salad = pure dinner bliss.
If you’re craving something crispy, creamy, and comforting, look no further than this Chicken Schnitzel with Creamy Mushroom Sauce! It’s the ultimate crowd-pleaser—crispy chicken cutlets pan-fried to golden perfection, topped with a rich, herby mushroom sauce, and paired with a fresh garden salad to balance it all out.
Whether you’re feeding the family or treating yourself to a fancy-feeling weeknight dinner, this dish brings the flavor and the satisfaction.
📝 Ingredients
🔹 For the Chicken Schnitzel:
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 egg, beaten
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying)
🔹 For the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp butter
🔹 For the Fresh Salad:
- 1 cup mixed greens (lettuce, arugula, etc.)
- ½ cucumber, sliced
- ½ tomato, diced
- ¼ cup shredded carrots
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tbsp lemon juice
- ¼ tsp salt & black pepper
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken Schnitzel:
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking.
- Dredge each piece: first in flour, then in the beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumbs mixed with garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- Fry in a skillet with hot oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden, crispy, and cooked through. Set aside on paper towels.
2️⃣ Make the Creamy Mushroom Sauce:
- In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the mushrooms over medium heat for 3–4 minutes until soft.
- Add the chicken broth, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, oregano, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir gently until the sauce thickens and becomes velvety.
3️⃣ Toss the Fresh Salad:
- Combine the greens, cucumber, tomato, and carrots in a salad bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt & pepper. Toss gently.
4️⃣ Assemble & Serve:
- Plate the crispy schnitzel, pour the warm mushroom sauce on top, and serve with the fresh salad on the side for a balanced, satisfying meal.
⏱️ At a Glance
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: ~550 per serving
- Protein: ~45g per serving
💡 Tips & Variations
- Try panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
- Add a splash of white wine to the sauce for depth.
- Swap in chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
- Want it low-carb? Use almond flour and crushed pork rinds as a coating.
This meal is pure comfort on a plate—crispy, creamy, and fresh all at once. Perfect for dinner parties, cozy nights in, or anytime you want to impress without the stress!
