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Schnitzel Sub Sandwich

chicken entrees· sandwiches & wraps
May 22, 2023

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Schnitzel Sub Sandwich – Crispy, thin fried chicken tenders are place in a hoagie bun, along with a squeeze of lemon juice, baby arugula, and shaved Parmesan cheese to make a new take on a chicken tender sub.

schnitzel sub sandwiches stacked on a white plate

I love a great sandwich. I tried a new sandwich recently that was so simple – fried chicken, arugula, a hint of mayo, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. It was INCREDIBLE. I love how fresh it tasted, despite being a fried piece of chicken in a hoagie roll.

I fell so deeply in love with this sandwich that I had to recreate it at home. It was so simple, with the biggest step being the pounding and frying of the chicken tenders. But don’t worry – since they’re fried in a shallow pool of oil, it is much simpler than deep frying.

After frying, the chicken tender is added to a fresh hoagie roll with a little mayo, a squeeze of lemon juice, some baby arugula, and finished with a dusting of freshly shaved Parmesan cheese.

Here is my Schnitzel Sub Sandwich!

the inside of a schnitzel sub sandwich

Tips & Tricks

  1. Flatten the chicken evenly. To ensure the chicken fits well into the sandwich, it has to be flat. Make sure it’s flattened into an even length to allow it to cook evenly.
  2. Season well. We season the chicken, flour, and breadcrumbs so that the chicken is perfectly flavorful.
  3. Use the lemon! Fried food can taste rich and heavy. The lemon juice is just what the chicken needs to lighten it up a bit and add some freshness.
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Schnitzel Sub Sandwich

Prep Time20 minutes mins
Cook Time10 minutes mins
Servings: 4 sandwiches

Ingredients

  • 6 raw skinless chicken tenders
  • 2 cups canola oil
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus more for seasoning
  • 4 hoagie rolls
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • ¾ cup baby arugula
  • 1 lemon sliced into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons shaved Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Take 3 chicken tenders and place on a sheet of plastic wrap about 2 inches apart. Cover with another sheet of plastic wrap. Beat with a meat pounder until the tenders are thinned out, about ¼-inch thick. Remove and repeat with other three chicken tenders. Season chicken tenders with a little salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Add canola oil to a cast-iron skillet until about ¾-inch high. Set over medium heat.
  • In a shallow bowl, add bread crumbs and a pinch of salt. Mix together. Add eggs to another shallow bowl and whisk until scrambled. In another shallow bowl, add flour and 1 teaspoon of salt and whisk together.
  • Grabbing one flattened chicken tender, dip in flour until covered on both sides, then into eggs until covered on both sides, and finally into seasoned breadcrumbs until completely coated. Set on a clean plate. Repeat with other chicken tenders.
  • Once oil is hot (about 350 degrees), place three chicken tenders in the oil to cook for about 1.5 minutes per side. Remove from oil, letting excess oil drain off. Place on a wire rack over a baking sheet to drain off the rest of the oil. Repeat with other three tenders. Turn off heat.
  • Slice hoagie rolls in half. Spread one half with a little mayonnaise. Place 1.5 chicken tenders on the side of the hoagie with mayo. Sprinkle with a little arugula. Squeeze lemon over the arugula and chicken. Finish with shaved Parmesan cheese

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Comments

  1. Loreto and Nicoletta says

    May 29, 2023 at 7:51 am

    You had me at schnitzel. This sandwich brings me right back to my Italuan childhood. We would always make lunch sandwiches with the leftover chicken cutlets. So so good, I am craving this real bad now. Great post and recipe and your chicken looks crispy and perfectly cooked! ❤️

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  2. Jacqueline Debono says

    May 28, 2023 at 2:54 pm

    I love schnitzel, pork, veal or chicken. Love the idea of using chicken schnitzel in a sandwich. A great idea for TV dinners or even for a picnic! On my to make list!

    Reply
  3. Dennis says

    May 28, 2023 at 9:08 am

    That chicken schnitzel was delicious and made a perfect sandwich! My family really enjoyed it.

    Reply
  4. Lauren Michael Harris says

    May 26, 2023 at 1:52 pm

    What a delicious way to enjoy schnitzel! This sandwich came out great – even the kids ate it with zero complaints!

    Reply
  5. Tammy says

    May 26, 2023 at 11:28 am

    Honestly so goood! I love saving the leftover cutlets for sandwiches the next day. Now I’m craving schnitzel!

    Reply
  6. Sean says

    May 25, 2023 at 9:55 pm

    Ok so I do love a good schnitzel but I have never tried it like this. It was delicious and I am making it again this weekend.

    Reply
  7. Elaine says

    May 24, 2023 at 6:53 pm

    Let’s just say that this is my type of sandwich – great choice of ingredients and fabulous result. Can’t wait to make it this weekend now 🙂

    Reply
  8. mikayla says

    May 23, 2023 at 10:46 pm

    The simplicity and tenderness of the chicken make these sandwiches a sure fire favorite!

    Reply
  9. veenaazmanov says

    May 23, 2023 at 1:46 pm

    A meal my family always enjoys. This is absolutely yummy. Perfect for any time of the day.

    Reply
  10. Bernice says

    May 23, 2023 at 1:22 pm

    You had me at schnitzel. Oh, my gosh this was good. I made the schnitzel ahead of time on Sunday meal prep day then we enjoyed the sandwiches for dinner Monday. Such a treat!

    Reply
  11. Sara Welch says

    May 23, 2023 at 11:50 am

    This was everything a gourmet sandwich should be and then some! Crispy, hearty and delicious; easily, a new favorite recipe!

    Reply
  12. Amanda Wren-Grimwood says

    May 23, 2023 at 11:27 am

    Shnitzel is so satisfying and such a great idea to put it in a sandwich. Absolute heaven!

    Reply
  13. Jess says

    May 23, 2023 at 11:27 am

    Making this for my family tonight! They are going to love it!

    Reply
  14. Dana says

    May 23, 2023 at 11:01 am

    This was such a great idea. I’m so glad I found this recipe. Wanted to try something different with schnitzel and this was perfection!

    Reply
  15. Elizabeth says

    May 23, 2023 at 10:30 am

    This is a delicious lunch option! The shaved parmesan gives the sandwich a great flavor. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply

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