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Easy Chicken Schnitzel with Mushroom Gravy

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Easy Chicken Schnitzel with Mushroom Gravy is a crispy, pan-fried chicken cutlet served with a rich, creamy mushroom sauce. This comforting dish combines golden crunch with savory depth and is perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs (regular or panko)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • Oil for frying (canola or vegetable)

For the mushroom gravy:

  • 2 tbsp butter or olive oil
  • 8 oz mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally and pound them thin between parchment sheets.
  2. Set up a breading station: flour (with salt, pepper, paprika), beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
  3. Coat each chicken piece in flour, dip in egg, and press into breadcrumbs.
  4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry schnitzels 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  5. For gravy, melt butter in a pan and sauté onions and mushrooms until soft and browned.
  6. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. Stir in flour and cook 1–2 minutes.
  7. Slowly whisk in chicken broth and cream. Simmer for 5–7 minutes until thickened.
  8. Season with salt, pepper, and fresh herbs. Spoon gravy over schnitzel to serve.

Notes

 

  • Bake schnitzel at 425°F (220°C) for 20 minutes for a lighter version.
  • Add Dijon or Worcestershire to gravy for extra flavor.
  • Make gluten-free with almond flour and gluten-free breadcrumbs.
  • Reheat schnitzel in a skillet or toaster oven to keep it crispy.

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