Crumb Fried Chicken Steaks

Crumb Fried Chicken Steaks are great for an evening meal. The breast portion of boneless chicken is used for this preparation and hence it is also a good preparation for weight watchers. Lightly seasoned with Italian herbs and pan fried – it uses less oil. Serve with some vegetables or mashed potatoes and make it a complete meal. You can also stuff it into pao with lettuce, a slice of tomato, some ketchup or some mustard sauce.

Serves: A family of 4

Prep. Time: 15 mins + marination

Cooking Time: 5 to 6 minutes per batch

Ingredients:

[ Standard Measure: 1 cup = 250 ml ]

• Chicken (breast/boneless) – 450 gms
• Oregano / Mixed Italian Herbs – 1 ½ tsp.
• Chilly Flakes – 1 tsp.
• Garlic (crushed) – 4 cloves (big)
• Lime – 1 ½ medium or 1 big
• Egg White (beaten) – 1
• Breadcrumbs – ½ cup
• Oil – 4 tbsp
• Salt – ¾ tsp. or to taste

Step 1:     Slice the chicken breast into steaks. Then use a meat mallet and flatten lightly (be careful not to tear the meat).

Step 2:     Season with salt, lime juice, garlic, oregano and the red chilly flakes. Leave aside for 30 to 60 minutes.

Step 3:     Later, add the beaten egg to the chicken and mix. Coat each steak with the breadcrumbs and place on a plate. Keep in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes.

Step 4:     Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a pan on medium heat. Then switch to medium low heat and cook ½ the steaks until golden brown for 2 minutes on each side. Then transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Do the same for the remaining steaks.