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    What to Serve with Chicken Schnitzel (19 Best Side Dishes)

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    Here are my top side dishes to serve with chicken schnitzel all in one place! From creamy mashed potatoes to a shaved Brussels Sprouts salad, you'll find what you're looking for here.

    Two air-fried chicken breast serve with an arugula salad. this recipe

    If you are looking to make delicious pub food, homemade Chicken Schnitzel is a must-have recipe!

    Chicken Schnitzel is a chicken breast that is pounded thin, breaded, and fried until crispy.

    Below, we have 19 sides for you to choose from to make this an epic dinner!

    Jump to:
    • 1. Boursin Mashed Potatoes
    • 2. Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts
    • 3. The Best Healthy Cucumber Salad
    • 4. Creamy Whole30 Coleslaw Recipe
    • 5. Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan
    • 6. Green Bean Almondine
    • 7. Braised Cabbage
    • 8. Shredded Beet Salad with Citrus Dressing
    • 9. Toasted Coconut Cauliflower Rice
    • 10. Lingonberry Jam Recipe
    • 11. Braised Red Cabbage
    • 12. Air Fryer Crispy Sweet Potato Cubes
    • 13. Hungarian Dumplings
    • 14. Healthy Oven Roasted Rutabaga Fries
    • 15. German Potato Pancakes
    • 16. Easy Maple Glazed Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe
    • 17. Tenderstem Broccoli (Broccolini)
    • 18. Cauliflower Au Gratin
    • 19. Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad
    • ❓Recipe FAQ's
    • 🍽 More Side Dish Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe
    • What To Serve With Chicken Schnitzel: Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts (+ More Traditional Sides)
    • 💬 Comments

    1. Boursin Mashed Potatoes

    Whip up a batch of these creamy Boursin Mashed Potatoes and serve them with Chicken Schnitzel for the ultimate side dish. This recipe uses Yukon gold potatoes for the best-tasting mashed potatoes.

    Boursin Mashed Potatoes
    These Boursin Mashed Potatoes are quick to whip up in your Instant Pot. Serve alongside any main dish! Everyone will be asking you, "What did you put in those mashed potatoes"?
    Check out this recipe
    Mashed potatoes with chives on top.

    2. Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts

    You'll love these crispy air fryer smashed Brussels sprouts! Miniature cabbages cook in only 10 minutes and pair perfectly with chicken schnitzel.

    Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts
    Try our Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts recipe for a crispy and delicious side dish. In just 10 minutes, you'll savor the ultimate autumn side dish.
    Check out this recipe
    Air fried Brussels Sprouts in a round bowl with a spoon.

    3. The Best Healthy Cucumber Salad

    Sometimes chicken schnitzel is best served with a salad. This cucumber salad is healthy and nutritious and ready in minutes.

    The Best Healthy Cucumber Salad (Fresh and Easy)
    This is the best healthy cucumber salad that you can make in 10 minutes, and it is deliciously flavorful, refreshing, and incredibly nutritious.
    Check out this recipe
    The Best Healthy Cucumber Salad (Fresh and Easy)

    4. Creamy Whole30 Coleslaw Recipe

    When I think of chicken schnitzel what's better than a delicious coleslaw recipe? This Whole30 Coleslaw recipe is sugar and dairy-free!

    Creamy Whole30 Coleslaw Recipe
    This creamy Whole30 coleslaw recipe is made with only a few healthy ingredients! It is a great side dish for holidays or barbecues!
    Check out this recipe
    Creamy Whole30 Coleslaw Recipe

    5. Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan

    A simple salad like this arugula salad with shaved parmesan is a bright and healthy side dish for chicken schnitzel.

    Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan
    Arugula salad with parmesan is so easy to make! This simple arugula salad uses lemon juice, freshly ground black pepper, and parmesan cheese for a delicious bright healthy side dish.
    Check out this recipe
    Arugula Salad with Shaved Parmesan

    6. Green Bean Almondine

    Green Beans are one of the best side dishes to serve with chicken schnitzel. This recipe uses Haricot Verts, ghee, and sliced almonds for a Whole30 option.

    Green Bean Almondine
    Green Beans Almondine is the perfect side dish for the holiday or any time of year! Enjoy tender green beans cooked in ghee and topped with toasted almonds. Are looking for a way to elevate your green beans? Then this is the recipe for you!
    Green Beans with toasted almonds in a pan.

    7. Braised Cabbage

    Cutting cabbage into wedges and braising is a fun way to serve this underrated vegetable. Braised cabbage is great served with corn beef and chicken schnitzel.

    Braised Cabbage
    This braised cabbage recipe is wedges of cabbage slow cooked with carrots, onions, butter and seasonings until tender and amazing!
    Check out this recipe
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    8. Shredded Beet Salad with Citrus Dressing

    Serve this shredded beet salad with chicken schnitzel for a colorful and delicious side dish. Enjoy for lunch, dinner, or as a healthy vegetable.

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    Low carb, Vegan, Gluten-free, Paleo-friendly Raw Beet salad Recipe! This Healthy Shredded Beet Salad is nutritious, and cooks in 15 minutes!
    Check out this recipe
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    9. Toasted Coconut Cauliflower Rice

    Toasted coconut cauliflower rice is a low-carb side dish to pair with chicken schnitzel. We love the toasted coconut addition in this recipe for a delicious and fun texture.

    Toasted Coconut Cauliflower Rice
    Toasted coconut cauliflower rice is a keto and Whole30 lifesaver! This creamy low-carb side dish is overflowing with coconut flavor. Crunchy toasted coconut adds a layer of texture that is delicious.
    Check out this recipe
    Cauliflower rice with lime and cilantro.

    10. Lingonberry Jam Recipe

    How about adding a delicious condiment like this Lingonberry Jam over top of chicken schnitzel? In Germany, they put this Jam on schnitzel, pork roast, and savory doughnuts.

    Lingonberry Jam Recipe {without Pectin} | Masala Herb
    Homemade lingonberry jam with fresh or frozen berries and without artificial pectin. Better than the one you get in Ikea!
    Check out this recipe
    Lingonberry Jam Recipe {without Pectin} | Masala Herb

    11. Braised Red Cabbage

    Braised Red Cabbage served with chicken schnitzel is a classic combination. The sweet flavor from the caramelized cabbage, sweetness of the apple, brown sugar, and cinnamon sticks make this dish a big hit with family and friends. 

    Sweet & Simple Braised Red Cabbage (Dutch Oven)
    This Dutch Oven Braised Red Cabbage is the “candy” of vegetarian & GF sides! It’s a family favorite, especially on the holidays. A Must Try!!
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    Sweet & Simple Braised Red Cabbage (Dutch Oven)

    12. Air Fryer Crispy Sweet Potato Cubes

    Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes are a great side dish to serve with chicken schnitzel. This recipe is easy to make and comes together in under 12 minutes.

    Air Fryer Crispy Sweet Potato Cubes
    These air fryer crispy sweet potato cubes are perfectly seasoned! Making them a quick and easy side dish for Jerk Chicken and Chicken Schnitzel. Whole30 and Paleo too.
    Check out this recipe
    bowl of crispy sweet potatoes

    13. Hungarian Dumplings

    Hungarian Dumplings also known as spaetzle is the perfect side to serve with chicken schnitzel. With only 4 ingredients these dumplings come together quickly.

    Hungarian Dumplings (Nokedli Recipe) | A Well-Seasoned Kitchen®
    Nokedli, or Hungarian Dumplings, are the perfect side to serve with hearty stews. Easy to prepare, rustic in appearance, delicate in flavor!
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    Hungarian Dumplings (Nokedli Recipe) | A Well-Seasoned Kitchen®

    14. Healthy Oven Roasted Rutabaga Fries

    Roasted Rutabaga Fries are a delicious and healthy swap for french fries. Root vegetables have a natural sweetness that pairs well with dishes like chicken schnitzel.

    Healthy Oven Roasted Rutabaga Fries | Style and Grace
    Crispy on the outside and creamy on the inside, these Oven Roasted Rutabaga Fries are seasoned with garlic and herbs for a flavourful, healthy side dish!
    Check out this recipe
    Healthy Oven Roasted Rutabaga Fries | Style and Grace

    15. German Potato Pancakes

    German Potato Pancakes are delicious with a side of applesauce, but these crispy, salty, savory fried pancakes are also served with heavier German food like chicken schnitzel.

    Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)
    Perfectly crisp edges with soft and fluffy insides, this Kartoffelpuffer Recipe, also known as German potato pancakes, is super easy to make at home with minimal ingredients. Serve this beloved German comfort food with a side of homemade applesauce for an easy snack or as a side dish with your favorite main course recipes.
    Check out this recipe
    Kartoffelpuffer (German Potato Pancakes)

    16. Easy Maple Glazed Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe

    Maple-glazed carrots are so sweet and delicious, especially when served with chicken schnitzel. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the carrots and a touch of maple syrup takes these root vegetables to a new level.

    Easy Maple Glazed Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe – Fit Mama Real Food
    Elevate whole carrots with this easy maple glazed roasted carrots recipe! Great for weeknight dinners, and fancy enough for holiday dinners!
    Check out this recipe
    Easy Maple Glazed Oven Roasted Carrots Recipe – Fit Mama Real Food

    17. Tenderstem Broccoli (Broccolini)

    Tenderstem broccoli is another name for broccolini. This versatile side dish comes together in 10 minutes and is the perfect green vegetable to serve with chicken schnitzel.

    Tenderstem Broccoli (Broccolini) With Garlic and Lemon
    Tenderstem Broccoli recipe with Garlic (a.k.a. Garlic Broccolini) is a great and simple side dish that’s both quick and extremely versatile!
    Check out this recipe
    Tenderstem Broccoli (Broccolini) With Garlic and Lemon

    18. Cauliflower Au Gratin

    Cauliflower Au Gratin is a healthier alternative to the French classic Potatoes Au Gratin. Serve this up with chicken schnitzel for a comforting side dish.

    Cauliflower Au Gratin features tender cauliflower smothered in a rich, creamy parmesan sauce, all topped with melted cheese. 

    Cauliflower Au Gratin | Primavera Kitchen
    This Cauliflower Au Gratin is a modern take on a French classic. Serve it with weeknight meals or on your Thanksgiving Dinner Menu!
    Check out this recipe
    Cauliflower Au Gratin | Primavera Kitchen

    19. Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

    Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is a healthy and delicious side to serve with chicken schnitzel. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad is so easy and versatile. 

    Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad | Primavera Kitchen
    This Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad features sweet apples, toasted walnuts, and nutty Parmigiano, all tossed in a delicious homemade dressing.
    Check out this recipe
    Shaved Brussel Sprouts Salad | Primavera Kitchen

    With so many delicious recipes to pair with chicken schnitzel which one do you choose? Let me know down below in the comment section what recipes you liked the best.

    ❓Recipe FAQ's

    What is a good side for schnitzel?

    The best sides for schnitzel are mashed potatoes, cucumber salads, parsley potatoes, potato salad, arugula salads, and braised cabbage.

    What is traditionally served with Austrian schnitzel?

    Chicken schnitzel is traditionally served with a simple salad tossed with a vinaigrette dressing, cucumber salad, parsley potatoes, or potato salad.

    What meat is traditionally used in schnitzel?

    Schnitzel or Wienerschnitzel is traditionally made with veal. Today you can make schnitzel with pork, veal, chicken, or beef.

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    What To Serve With Chicken Schnitzel: Air Fryer Smashed Brussels Sprouts (+ More Traditional Sides)

    Mike Cleavenger
    Check out our list of What To Serve With Chicken Schnitzel. We have 19 selections from Hungarian Dumplings to Arugula Salads. You'll find what you're looking for here.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Air Fryer, Side Dishes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 105 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts
    • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ cup parmesan cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Prepare the sprouts by trimming the ends and, if necessary, discarding the outer leaves.
    • Bring a pot of water to a boil add in the Brussels Sprouts, allowing them to cook for 10 minutes or until fork tender.
    • Transfer them to an ice bath and allow them to chill to stop the cooking process. Drain them and pat dry with a paper towel.
    • Place on a baking tray and flatten the Brussels Sprouts with a mason jar. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F/204°C for 2 minutes.
    • Toss smashed Brussels Sprouts with avocado oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Transfer into an air fryer basket, giving them enough space so they don't touch.
    • Cook in the air fryer for 5 minutes, then flip. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and crispy.

    Notes

    Cooking in the oven
    Follow the same initial steps, but for oven preparation, bake them at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or until the edges and tops become crispy and golden brown.
    Chef Tips
    • Use a sturdy glass jar (mason jar) to smash the Brussels Spouts.
    • There should not be touching inside the air fryer basket. This will allow enough space for proper airflow, resulting in a crispy texture.
    • Instead of parboiling, you can use the microwave. Put the sprouts in a microwave-safe bowl add half a cup of water and let them cook for 4-6 minutes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 105kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 710mg | Potassium: 450mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 2mg
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