Sesame Chicken Schnitzel Bowls (Print-Friendly Format)
Golden sesame chicken, zesty feta tzatziki, and fresh salads come together in satisfying dinner bowls.
# Required Ingredients:
→ Chicken Schnitzel
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90 grams all-purpose flour
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Kosher salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
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120 grams panko bread crumbs
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100 grams sesame seeds
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika
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2 teaspoons garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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3 large eggs, beaten
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4–6 chicken cutlets or 3 boneless chicken breasts sliced horizontally
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Avocado oil, for frying
→ Salad & Assembly
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2 Persian cucumbers, chopped
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1 avocado, diced
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1 serrano or jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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15 grams fresh dill, chopped
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170 grams feta cheese, crumbled
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250–500 millilitres tzatziki sauce
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Lettuce leaves, for serving
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Peperoncini, for serving
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Pita bread, for serving
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Garlic tahini sauce, for serving
# How to Make It:
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Place flour in a shallow dish. In a second dish, mix together panko, sesame seeds, salt, and black pepper. Beat eggs in a third bowl until smooth.
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Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl; set aside.
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Arrange chicken cutlets in an assembly line. Dredge each piece in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip, and coat with panko mixture. Place prepared cutlets on a plate and repeat with remaining chicken.
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Heat avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken cutlets in batches until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes per side. Transfer cooked schnitzel to a cutting board, immediately sprinkle with prepared seasoning, then thinly slice. Season with additional salt as needed.
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In a mixing bowl, toss chopped cucumbers, diced avocado, chopped pepper, lemon juice, and dill. Gently fold in crumbled feta cheese.
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Divide lettuce and peperoncini among serving bowls. Top with sliced schnitzel and cucumber-avocado salad. Add a few dollops of tzatziki. Drizzle with garlic tahini. Serve with warm pita on the side.
# Additional Information:
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For crispier schnitzel, avoid crowding the pan during frying and ensure oil is hot before adding chicken.
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Tzatziki and garlic tahini are best served cold to complement the hot chicken.