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Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel {Chicken Cutlets}

August 27, 2018 By Jill Selkowitz / 6 Comments Updated March 21, 2020 / As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases; see all disclosures.

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Learn to make Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel {Chicken Cutlets}. Chicken breast is breaded and pan fried until nice and crispy and tender and juicy inside.

Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel {Chicken Cutlets} is a very popular dish in Israel and Jewish households.

When I went to the High School in Israel, we ate chicken schnitzel all the time.

You will find it in all the Israeli restaurants and very often it is served inside pita bread. Traditionally, lemon juice is squeezed on top of the schnitzel.

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  • What is Schnitzel?
  • Why Use Cast Iron?
  • How to Make Chicken Schnitzel.
  • Tips and Tricks.
  • What Side Dishes Go with Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel?
  • Other Delicious Low Carb Recipes to Try:
  • Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

What is Schnitzel?

Schnitzel is a German word. It means meat that has been pounded thin, breaded in egg and bread crumbs and then pan fried.

The meat is butterflied and then using a mallet, pounded thin.

The name schnitzel originated in Austria and was made with veal or pork.

Jewish immigrants adapted this treif (Yiddush word meaning non-Kosher) dish to suit their unique dietary Kosher laws. Chicken and turkey replaced the pork and veal.

Schnitzel is similar to the French dish called escalope. In South America, it is referred to as “milanesa.”

An Italian dish similar to schnitzel is called chicken parmigiana. Mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce is added after the chicken or pork has been pan fried.

 

Cast of Ingredients for Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

Cast of Ingredients for Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

For many years, I have made chicken schnitzel and now I have converted my recipe to be keto and low carb compliant. Guess what? It is just as good, if not better! Yep, I am not joking.

First thing is to make my Creamy Curry Mustard Sauce.

Making a low carb breading which would be equally as delicious as a carb full breading was fun to create. My TOG All Purpose Low Carb Breading mixes up in just a few minutes and is seriously a perfect breading for chicken cutlets.

Clearly though, my recipe is still treif, so Kosher folks won’t be able to enjoy. 🙁  However, I learned in Sunday school that if health issues are present, then it is okay to do something not Kosher. For example, if someone needed a heart valve replacement, a pigs valve is fine to use in a Jewish person. I’m sure this scenario is not the same as a heart problem, but if using certain foods to keep my sugar and weight down is good for my health, then, I’m okay with it.

 

Butterfly and Pound Chicken Breasts

Butterfly and Pound Chicken Breasts

Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel starts with butterflying the chicken breast.

Use a good meat tenderizer to pound the thick end of the chicken even with the thinner side.

The chicken will almost double in size!

 

Cast Iron is the Best Skillet

Cast Iron is the Best Skillet

I’m a huge fan of cast iron!!

Don’t you love all the reflections and oddities in my skillet? I’m cooking on my actual stove. Many bloggers have a portable burner they use on a counter top, so they can light it nicely. I like using gas burners and cooking on my own range.

Why Use Cast Iron?

  • It lasts forever.
  • Seasoned correctly, you will have a lovely non-stick surface.
  • It cooks evenly.

Remember to allow the cast iron skillet to heat and then add oil.

Coconut oil or avocado oil works well for this Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel recipe.

 

Whisk Eggs Well

Whisk Eggs Well

My Flat Whisk is great for whipping up the eggs to make an egg wash!

With only a few ingredients, you will have dinner on the table in no time!

 

Dip Chicken in Egg Wash

Dip Chicken in Egg Wash

In my Air Fryer Southern Style Catfish recipe, I used yellow mustard prior to adding a breading.

Check out my Air Fryer Low Carb Pork Chops, as I used brown mustard as the breading sticker. 🙂

Since I decided to use my cast iron skillet, rather than my air fryer to pan fry, I decided to use an egg wash.

In all three recipes, any of those ingredients can be switched around to make new recipes!

 

Coat Chicken in TOG Low Carb Breading

Coat Chicken in TOG Low Carb Breading

How to Make Chicken Schnitzel.

  • Butterfly the chicken breasts.
  • Pound them evenly.
  • Coat in an egg wash.
  • Dredge in TOG Low Carb Seasoned Breading.
  • Fry them up in a pan.

It is super easy and makes a delicious lunch or dinner.

However, I do love to have schnitzel for breakfast, with a fried egg on the top!

 

Place Chicken into Hot Oil

Place Chicken into Hot Oil

It’s so funny.

Prior to low carb, I rarely pan fried anything.

Tips and Tricks.

  1. Place chicken between plastic wrap, so that you don’t tear up the chicken.
  2. Use a good mallet to pound the chicken.
  3. Add the oil after the skillet had preheated for five minutes.
  4. Don’t move the chicken cutlet around in the skillet. Wait until it forms a nice crust and then it can be moved or turned.
  5. Only turn over the chicken one time.

 

Nicely Browned

Nicely Browned

What Side Dishes Go with Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel?

Pollo Tropical Creamy Curry Mustard Sauce {Copycat Recipe} – for dipping. Make this first!!!

Pressure Cooker Mashed Turmeric Cauliflower

Air Fryer Feta Psiti Greek Baked Feta Hors d’oeuvre – to start!

 

Keto/Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

Keto/Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

You are going to love the juicy and tender chicken with the crispy crust.

My favorite way to eat this Chicken Schnitzel is with the Creamy Curry Mustard Sauce. It is divinely decadent.

Other Delicious Low Carb Recipes to Try:

Air Fryer Feta Psiti Greek Baked Feta Hors d’oeuvre

Low Carb Belgian Waffles Keto w/Coconut Flour

Pressure Cooker Southern Style Green Beans

Pressure Cooker Broccoli Cheddar Soup

Kitchen Equipment and Essentials

  • J.A. Henckels Classic 8 inch Chef’s Knife
  • Rösle Stainless Steel Flat Whisk– a MUST have, probably my most used utensil
  • My FANTASTIC Teak Cutting & Charcuterie Board & Compartments
  • Meat Tenderizer Mallet
  • Plastic Wrap
  • OXO Stainless Steel Tongs
  • TOG All Purpose Low Carb Seasoned Breading
  • Cold-Pressed, Unrefined, Virgin Coconut Oil
  • Creamy Curry Mustard Sauce

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Here is the handy printable recipe:

Keto/Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel

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Course: Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: All types, Austrian, Jewish
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 21 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 567kcal
Author: Jill Selkowitz

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Chicken Breasts Boneless/Skinless boneless/skinless
  • 1 cup TOG All Purpose Low Carb Breading
  • 2 large Eggs
  • Pure Virgin Coconut Oil or Avocado Oil
  • Creamy Curry Mustard Sauce

Recommended Products

Meat Tenderizer
BPA Free Plastic Wrap
Lodge 10 Inch Cast Iron Skillet

Instructions

  • Heat skillet on medium high heat and pour in oil so that it is about 1/4 inch high.
  • Butterfly chicken breasts and place between plastic wrap. 
  • Use a mallet and pound chicken until thin and even.
  • Make a breading station by whisking eggs in one flat bowl and place TOG All Purpose Low Carb Breading in the other.
  • Dip each piece of chicken into egg wash and then into low carb breading.  Make sure chicken is completely coated with the breading.
  • Place each schnitzel into skillet with oil and fry three minutes on each side, or until golden brown. 
  • When cooked, remove to a paper towel to drain.
  • Plate and serve with Creamy Curry Mustard Sauce.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Low Carb Chicken Schnitzel
Amount Per Serving
Calories 567 Calories from Fat 333
% Daily Value*
Fat 37g57%
Saturated Fat 26g163%
Cholesterol 244mg81%
Sodium 427mg19%
Potassium 873mg25%
Carbohydrates 0g0%
Sugar 0g0%
Protein 55g110%
Vitamin A 205IU4%
Vitamin C 2.7mg3%
Calcium 25mg3%
Iron 1.3mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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