Recipe of Wiener Backhendl

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Lemon wedges for garnish

Directions

1. 1

   Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   In a shallow dish, place the flour.

3. 3

   In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.

4. 4

   In a third shallow dish, mix the breadcrumbs with paprika, dried thyme, and dried marjoram.

5. 5

   Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, then dip it into the beaten eggs, and finally coat it thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.

6. 6

   Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pan or skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

7. 7

   Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts into the hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

8. 8

   Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

9. 9

   Serve the Wiener Backhendl hot with lemon wedges for garnish. Enjoy your taste of Austria!