Chicken Schnitzel Fingers - One Handed Cooks

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Harry loves our homemade fish fingers so I wanted to do something similar with chicken. These are quick to make and you can use different herbs that your kids might like. Either bake or fry and serve as a snack or with salad, or veggies and home made potato chips. You can also use these as party snacks served in a cup with a little dip at the bottom.Nutrition note: Chicken breast fillets are a leaner choice than chicken thighs however they can become dry if they are overcooked. If using chicken thigh fillets be sure to trim the excess fat.Join us on Facebook for other foodie bits and pieces. Ingredients500g chicken breast or thigh1/2 cup plain flour1 egg1/2 cup milk1 lemon, zested 1 tbs chopped parsley1 clove garlic, crushed1 1/2 cups multigrain bread crumbs 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil MethodStep 1Place the chicken between cling wrap and beat using a kitchen mallet or rolling pin until flat. Slice meat into finger strips. -Step 2In a bowl, beat the egg and milk together. In a second bowl mix the breadcrumbs, herbs, lemon zest and garlic. Coat the chicken strips in flour, then dip the egg mixture and then press into the breadcrumb mixture until well coated. -Step 3Using a large fry pan, heat the oil over medium. Add the strips of chicken and fry for a few minutes either side, or until golden, crunchy and cooked through. -Step 4Drain on paper towel and serve. - Recipe Comments posted by Annemarie on October 14, 2013 I made these for tea tonight and they were delicious!! So much tastier than schnitzels from the butcher. I left out the garlic as I didn’t have any but they were so tasty. Now my husband wants me to try the fish fingers. Reply posted by Michelle on January 16, 2014 These sound yum. If I was to bake strips of chicken breast, for how long and at what temperature? Reply posted by Allie on January 16, 2014 Hi Michelle. Thanks for your comment. I would say to pre-heat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake the chicken pieces for around 20-30 minutes turning once at 10 minutes. This is just a guide depending on the size of your chicken, you may just have to use your judgement to decide when the chicken is cooked through. I hope that helps, Ax Reply posted by Liz on May 25, 2014 Hi, my kids have an egg allergy. Is there a way of crumbing meat without using egg? Thank you in advance 🙂 Reply posted by Jess on May 26, 2014 Hi Liz, some people have success with a little bit of milk, melted butter or even apple puree? Jx Reply posted by Jess on May 26, 2014 e.g.https://ohcooks.wpengine.com/recipe/popcorn-chicken/ Reply posted by cristina on October 14, 2014 Hi thanks awesome site, can u pls include instructions on how to freeze? Do i cook then freeze or freeze raw, thaw and cook? How long does it last in the freezer cooked or raw? Pls include all theseThanks a million Reply posted by Allie on October 23, 2014 Hi Cristina, you can crumb and freeze raw or cook and freeze. They should last 1 – 2 months either way if stored correctly. Defrost in the fridge and then pan fry or oven bake. Enjoy, Ax Reply posted by cristina on October 14, 2014 P.s and u could edit all recipes with instructions on how to freeze cooked or raw and how long it would last in the freezer seeing as its a site on freezer meals (unless ive missed it) thanks keep the recipes coming! Reply posted by MARY ROSE GRECH on January 25, 2015 Hi My son has a milk allergy. Can I substitute the milk with something else/ Reply posted by Allie on February 5, 2015 Yes, water should be fine. Reply Post A Comment Click here to cancel reply. Your Name * Your Email * Your Website

Step 2

Place the chicken between cling wrap and beat using a kitchen mallet or rolling pin until flat. Slice meat into finger strips. -

Step 3

In a bowl, beat the egg and milk together. In a second bowl mix the breadcrumbs, herbs, lemon zest and garlic. Coat the chicken strips in flour, then dip the egg mixture and then press into the breadcrumb mixture until well coated. -

Step 4

Using a large fry pan, heat the oil over medium. Add the strips of chicken and fry for a few minutes either side, or until golden, crunchy and cooked through. -

Step 5

Drain on paper towel and serve. -