Excellent shaggy chicken schnitzels – simple and proven recipe

Name: Excellent shaggy chicken schnitzels – simple and proven recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 600 g chicken breasts; 150 ml sour cream; 2 eggs; 3 cloves of garlic; 4 tablespoons plain flour; salt; freshly ground pepper; spices to taste (e.g., paprika, curry, or barbecue seasoning); oil for frying

Easy to prepare
4 serving
45 minutes

Jan, 19. 01. 2026

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Shaggy chicken schnitzels are an ideal choice when you’re craving chicken prepared differently than in the classic way. If you like creatively prepared chicken, try for example the traditional best chicken schnitzels prepared in the oven made with tomatoes and cheese, or the sauce variant in the form of crispy chicken schnitzels with a garlic-cheese sauce. The following recipe is tried and tested and works great as a quick lunch or dinner.

For 4 serving

Ingredients

600 g chicken breasts
150 ml sour cream
2 eggs
3 cloves of garlic
4 tablespoons plain flour
salt
freshly ground pepper
spices to taste (e.g., paprika, curry, or barbecue seasoning)
oil for frying

Preparation procedure

Cut the chicken breasts into smaller pieces or strips. Into a large bowl put the sour cream, crushed garlic, eggs and plain flour. Salt and pepper the mixture and season to taste.
Mix everything thoroughly to form a thick and slightly sticky mixture. Add the chopped chicken to the mixture so that it is completely coated. Cover the bowl and place it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Heat oil in a pan. Use a spoon to scoop the meat together with the coating and place it in the pan. Fry over medium heat on both sides until golden, approximately 3–4 minutes per side. Let the finished cutlets drain briefly on paper towels.

Number of servings

4 servings

Total preparation time

Approx. 45 minutes

(preparation 15 minutes, resting 30 minutes, frying 10–12 minutes)

Recipe conclusion

Shaggy chicken schnitzels are a great alternative to classic breaded schnitzels. They are quick to prepare, wonderfully juicy and, thanks to the simple batter, also very versatile. They taste best with mashed potatoes, boiled potatoes or a light vegetable salad.