Chilli Chicken Schnitzels

(Serves 4)

Ingredients:

         4 chicken breasts
         6 slices stale bread
         1 tsp chilli flakes
         3 table spoons plain flour
         1 egg (beaten)
         1 lemon (squeezed)
         1 table spoon rapeseed oil
         Salt & pepper

Preparation:

Place the flour, salt & pepper and chilli flakes into a container.

Place the beaten egg into another container.

Reduce the stale bread to fine breadcrumbs using a suitable processor; add to another container.

Flatten out the chicken breasts, by beating gently with a roller until no thicker than a half inch or so. Season with salt & pepper.

Spread the flour on a plate and coat the chicken first in the flour, then dip into the egg; then coat in the breadcrumbs. Press firmly so that they stick.

Place in the fridge for at least half an hour.

To cook, place the schnitzels into a very hot pan with some oil and cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown.

Sprinkle with the lemon juice, season and serve.

 

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