How Many Calories in Chicken Schnitzel (Șnițel de Pui)?
1 șnițel (150g) = 368 kcal
Nutritional Values per 100g
Standard Serving
1 șnițel (150g) contains 368 calories.
Best time: Main meal, lunch or dinner, alongside a vegetable side or salad
Benefits
- ✓Good source of complete protein (19g/100g) from the chicken breast base
- ✓Less caloric than other breaded cutlets (pork or beef), thanks to chicken's lower fat content
- ✓Can be made in the oven or air fryer with much less oil than the traditionally fried version, significantly cutting calories
- ✓Moderate iron and B-vitamin content from the chicken meat
Considerations
- !Average values for traditionally pan-fried schnitzel in oil - the oven/air-fryer version can have 30-40% fewer calories
- !The breadcrumb coating adds extra carbs and calories compared to plain grilled chicken
- !Oil absorbed during frying can vary a lot - a schnitzel fried in generous oil can exceed 300 calories per 100g
FitAzi Tip
FitAzi recommends baking or air-frying chicken schnitzel instead of traditional pan-frying in oil - you get the same crispy crust with 30-40% fewer calories. Pair with a generous green salad instead of fries for a meal with sufficient protein and fewer total calories.
Frequently Asked Questions
A chicken schnitzel (about 150g, traditionally pan-fried in oil) has about 368 calories, with 28.5g protein, 18g carbs, and 21g fat. The oven-baked or air-fried version, with very little oil, can drop to just 250-280 calories for the same portion.
Yes, as long as it's prepared with little oil (baked or air-fried, not deep-fried). It's a good source of protein (19g/100g), useful for satiety and preserving muscle mass while dieting. Served with a vegetable side instead of fries, it can be part of a calorie-balanced meal.
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Nutritional values shown are approximate and may vary depending on preparation method and origin. Consult a nutrition specialist for personalized recommendations.