Lunch: Chicken Schnitzel with Chile Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella

This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:

Chicken Breast, Lemon

Health and fertility benefits of Chicken Schnitzel with Chile Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to.

Ingredients

4 (7-ounce) chicken breasts, butterflied
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Sea salt and cracked black pepper
2 eggs
1/4 cup milk
2 cups matzo meal
Vegetable oil, for shallow frying
1 (14-ounce) can cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup vincotto
1 long red chile, sliced
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1/2 pound buffalo mozzarella, torn
Store-bought pesto, to serve
Baby mint leaves (optional), to serve

Instructions

Preheat oven to 475 °F. Using a meat mallet, pound each chicken breast to 1/4" thick. Place the flour, salt and pepper in a medium bowl and mix to combine. Place the eggs and milk in a separate bowl and whisk to combine. Place the matzo meal in a third bowl. Dust the chicken with the flour, dip into the egg mixture and press into the crumbs to coat.
Pour oil into a large frying pan to a depth of 1" and heat over medium heat. Cook the chicken in batches, turning, for 2 minutes or until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels and set aside. Place the tomatoes in a bowl and lightly crush with a fork. Add the vincotto, chile, lemon zest, salt and pepper and mix to combine. Place the chicken in a roasting pan and top with the tomato mixture and mozzarella. Roast for 10 –12 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden. Divide among serving plates and top with the pesto and mint, if using, to serve.

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