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Breaded chicken schnitzel, white bread, half sandwich
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Half schnitzel bread (140 g) has 308 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 15.4 g of protein, 9.8 g of fat and 2.5 g of fiber. Its 4.5 mg of B3 covers 28% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 140 g
308
KCAL / 140G
Carbs
37.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
15.4g
· 31% DV
Fat
9.8g
· 13% DV
Fiber
2.5g
· 9% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 20% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 308 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.8 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 2.24 g | 11% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 588 mg | 26% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Protein | 15.4 g | 31% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 140 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 70 g | 154 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 140 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 396 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 200 g | 440 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 280 g | 616 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Half schnitzel bread is a half sandwich made with breaded chicken schnitzel in white bread. It is classified as a processed food; making it at home lets you choose the chicken, coating, bread, and toppings.
To make half schnitzel bread, flatten a chicken breast, coat it in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs, then pan-fry or bake it until cooked through. Put the schnitzel in bread and add your preferred sauce and vegetables.
Mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard are common sauces for half schnitzel bread. A little lemon mayonnaise or a yogurt-based sauce also works; spread it sparingly so the bread does not turn soggy.
Soft white sandwich bread is the usual choice for half schnitzel bread. Pick bread sturdy enough to hold the schnitzel without falling apart, or lightly toast it first for a firmer texture.
Half schnitzel bread goes well with a green salad, pickles, or fries. For a lighter meal, serve it with salad and a simple dressing, and offer extra sauce on the side rather than adding too much inside.
For the best texture, take the schnitzel out of half schnitzel bread and warm it in a skillet or oven, then put the sandwich back together. Microwaving the assembled sandwich can soften the bread and coating.
Half schnitzel bread is best eaten soon after assembly because the bread absorbs moisture. Refrigerate leftover chicken promptly in a covered container and use it within three to four days; store bread and sauce separately to preserve texture.
You can prepare the schnitzel ahead, but assemble half schnitzel bread just before serving. Keep the cooked chicken chilled in a covered container, then reheat it and add the sauce and bread when you are ready to eat.
Half schnitzel bread gets soggy when steam from warm chicken or moisture from sauce soaks into the bread. Let the schnitzel rest briefly, use only a thin layer of sauce, and assemble the sandwich close to serving time.
Yes, you can bake the breaded chicken for half schnitzel bread instead of frying it. Baking uses less added oil, while pan-frying generally gives the coating a crispier finish; cook the chicken fully either way.
Vitamins
B3
4.48mg · 28% DV
B5
0.84mg · 17% DV
B1
0.18mg · 15% DV
B6
0.25mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Sodium
588mg · 26% DV
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Phosphorus
133mg · 19% DV
Manganese
0.27mg · 12% DV
Potassium ⭐
196mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 308 calories in 1 piece (medium) (140 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A half schnitzel bread is a half sandwich made with breaded chicken schnitzel tucked into white bread. Schnitzel is associated with Central European cooking, while serving it in bread makes for an easy handheld meal; toppings and sauces vary from one version to another.
The crisp coating contrasts with the soft bread, making it a filling choice for a quick lunch or casual snack. It is mostly a bread-based source of carbohydrates, with chicken contributing protein. A side salad or pickles add freshness, and keeping sauces modest can make the sandwich feel lighter.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
2.24g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.08g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.54g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.