Gather Ingredient 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 2 eggs (beaten), salt, pepper, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika, 1/4 cup vegetable oil.
Prepare Chicken Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Season Flour In a shallow dish, mix flour with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Bread Chicken Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
Heat Oil Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot, but not smoking.
Fry Chicken Add the breaded chicken breasts to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
Drain Excess Oil Remove chicken schnitzel from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve Serve the panko chicken schnitzel hot with a side of lemon wedges, salad, or mashed potatoes.
Enjoy Enjoy your crispy, golden schnitzel, a perfect combination of crunchy and tender!