Chicken Schnitzel Sandwich

These chicken schnitzel sandwiches are unlike any other you’ve tried before! Made with a simple homemade schnitzel that has been lightly fried until golden and crisp, combined with a fresh herb mayo, lettuce, pickles, and soft white bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or an easy dinner, this sandwich is sure to become a favourite.

Course Light Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine Australian

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings sandwiches

Calories 664kcal

Author Sally

Equipment

large frying pan

Ingredients

For the chicken schnitzel:

1 large chicken breast cut in half lengthways
¼ cup plain flour
1 egg lightly beaten
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Salt and pepper
Oil for frying

For the herb mayo:

¼ cup mayonnaise
2-3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs such as parsley and dill
2 teaspoons pickle juice
Salt and pepper to taste

For the sandwiches:

2 cups shredded lettuce iceberg
4 slices thick white bread
Sliced pickles

Instructions

Place each piece of chicken between two sheets of baking paper and use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound until even in thickness.
Place the flour, beaten egg, and panko breadcrumbs in three separate shallow bowls. Season the flour with salt and pepper and dredge each piece of chicken in the mixture, shaking off the excess. Dip into the egg, then coat well in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to help them stick.
Heat about 1 cm of oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the schnitzel and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil and cool.
In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chopped herbs, pickle juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Add the shredded lettuce to the herb mayo and toss to coat evenly.
Lay out the bread slices. Divide the lettuce mixture evenly between two slices of bread. Add a layer of sliced pickles, followed by the schnitzel. Top with the remaining bread slices.
Slice in half and serve immediately while the schnitzel is still crisp.

Notes

Note: It’s important to let the schnitzel cool before assembling the sandwiches as adding it while still hot can make the bread soggy.

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