Almond Crumbed Chicken Schnitzel with Avocado Salad

Crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly nourishing, this Almond Crumbed Chicken Schnitzel with Avocado Salad is a wholesome twist on a classic comfort food favorite. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a golden almond and panko breadcrumb crust, complemented by the rich nuttiness of Parmesan and aromatic spices like garlic and paprika for an extra punch of flavor. Pan-fried to perfection, these schnitzels are paired with a vibrant avocado salad bursting with creamy avocado, sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp salad greens, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying dinner that's both gluten-free friendly and packed with texture and taste. Serve it fresh and savor the perfect balance of crunch and creaminess!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast fillets
• 1 cup Almond meal
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 2 pieces Eggs
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 piece Avocado
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 4 cups Mixed salad greens
• 0.25 piece Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (for salad)
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (for salad)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, mix together the almond meal, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Place the flour in a second shallow bowl. In a third bowl, whisk the eggs.

Step 4

Coat each chicken breast first in flour, then dip into the eggs, and finally press into the almond crumb mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken schnitzels for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 6

To prepare the avocado salad, slice the avocado and cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion.

Step 7

In a large bowl, combine the salad greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Serve the almond crumbed chicken schnitzels alongside the avocado salad. Enjoy immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1241 grams (1241.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2621

Total Fat 172.10g	221%
Saturated Fat 28.50g	143%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.20g
Cholesterol 670mg	223%
Sodium 3854mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 119.20g	43%
Dietary Fiber 28.60g	102%
Total Sugars 14.50g
Protein 166.30g	333%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 651mg	50%
Iron 15mg	86%
Potassium 3281mg	70%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.6%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 17.7%