How to Make Creamy Asparagus Sauce with Chicken Schnitzel - A Step-by-Step Guide

Asparagus is a delicate and delicious vegetable that is often overlooked in the kitchen. But with its unique flavor and ability to complement a wide range of dishes, it's worth giving this green veggie a spotlight in your next meal. One great way to enjoy asparagus is in a creamy sauce, which adds a luxurious touch to any dish it graces.

One particular dish that benefits from the addition of creamy asparagus sauce is chicken schnitzel. The crispy, golden-brown cutlets of chicken are t...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can asparagus spears, drained
  • 1 ¼ cups light cream
  • 2 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup dry bread crumbs
  • 5 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place asparagus spears in a saucepan; mash with a fork. Pour in cream. Bring cream to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes. Cover and keep warm.
  • Place chicken between 2 sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface; firmly pound with the smooth side of a meat mallet to an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour flour into a large, flat dish. Beat eggs thoroughly in a shallow bowl. Pour bread crumbs into another large, flat dish.
  • Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and coat with bread crumbs.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Cook breaded chicken in batches until golden brown and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels. Serve with asparagus cream sauce.
  • Nutrition

    636 cal.

    • Total Fat: 37g
    • Saturated Fat: 13g
    • Cholesterol: 166mg
    • Sodium: 626mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 49g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 18mg
    • Calcium: 160mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 493mg