Latvian Chicken Cutlets with Dill Sauce
Tender, pan-fried chicken cutlets served with a creamy, herbaceous dill sauce, a comforting and popular dish in Latvian home cooking.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken breasts(boneless, skinless, pounded to 1/2 inch thickness)
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs(beaten)
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs(plain or panko)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 2 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Fresh dill(chopped)
- 1 cup Sour cream
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Season the pounded chicken cutlets with salt and pepper.
- 2
Set up a breading station with three shallow dishes: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- 3
Dredge each chicken cutlet first in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Heat butter and vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5
Carefully place the breaded chicken cutlets in the hot skillet and fry for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess fat.
- 7
While the chicken rests, prepare the dill sauce: in a small bowl, combine sour cream, chopped fresh dill, and lemon juice. Stir until well combined.
- 8
Serve the chicken cutlets hot, generously topped with the dill sauce.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure chicken is pounded evenly for consistent cooking.
- ✓Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the cutlets; cook in batches if necessary.
- ✓Fresh dill is key for the authentic flavor of the sauce; dried dill can be used in a pinch but the flavor will be less vibrant.
🔄 Variations
- Add a minced garlic clove to the dill sauce for an extra layer of flavor.
- Serve with a side of boiled potatoes or a fresh green salad.