Jersey Mike’s Just Added 2 New Subs to Its Menu

If you asked me what the word of 2025 is so far, I’d say “protein.” It seems like every restaurant and brand is introducing high-protein options to deliver nutrients and fuel your body this January. 

From Kodiak’s new protein oatmeal packets to Sweetgreen’s new ranch-dressed menu that delivers more than 30 grams of protein per serving, you’ve got great (and easy) protein-packed choices wherever you turn.

If you thought you saw the last of the month’s protein-forward launches, let me assure you that it’s just getting started. Jersey Mike’s is the latest fast food chain to join the game with its two brand-new subs. 

Jersey Mike’s New Chicken Breast Subs

Jersey Mike’s recently introduced a new hot Spicy Chicken Italian sub and cold Roasted Chicken Breast sub for a limited time. 

The new subs are made with a slow-roasted, seasoned chicken breast, which is different than the chicken used on its fan-favorite Chicken Cheesesteaks. The seasoned chicken breast is thickly sliced to provide heartiness in every bite.

Jersey Mike’s Spicy Chicken Italian sub is made with hot, grilled chicken breast, pepperoni, and melted provolone, and it’s topped with the chain’s house-made Hot Chopped Pepper Relish. The Roasted Chicken Breast sandwich is served cold and features seasoned, sliced chicken breast served “Mike’s Way,” with lettuce, onions, tomatoes, red wine vinegar, an olive oil blend, oregano, and salt. Both the Spicy Chicken Italian and Roasted Chicken Breast subs are also available to order as a wrap or bowl if you’re looking for a leaner source of protein. 

The new subs are available at all Jersey Mike’s restaurants now, for a limited time. And, if you order one of the new subs—or any of Jersey Mike’s existing sandwiches—now through Jan. 31, you’re eligible for double Shore Points via the My Mike’s rewards program. 

I tried the newest menu additions—here is my honest review.

My Honest Review

To start, I’ll share my go-to Jersey Mike’s order: a #8 Club Sub Mike’s Way on Rosemary Parmesan Bread with Hot Chopped Pepper Relish. I only recently changed my order from a classic #8 on white bread after last year’s viral TikTok introduced me to the cheesy, herby bread and spicy pepper condiment. 

So, as a Hot Chopped Pepper Relish convert, I was so excited to try the Spicy Italian sub—especially because I’ve always loved a hot Italian sub. I grew up ordering the B.M.T. from Subway, and Jersey Mike’s newest Italian sandwich satisfies a similar craving. 

The pepperoni and melty provolone is delicious and, if you’re a chicken lover, the juicy, seasoned chicken breast is a nice change from ham or salami. And of course, you can’t go wrong with the spicy pepper relish. 

My only complaint—and it’s my complaint about all Jersey Mike’s hot subs—is that you can’t customize them to add any fresh ingredients. Nonetheless, it’s a delicious sub.

The Roasted Chicken Breast sandwich is also plenty delicious as-is. The chicken is well seasoned and juicy, and it really shines amongst all the other ingredients. It’s a good, classic deli sub that would hold up well to any customizations or substitutions. Might I suggest adding the Hot Chopped Pepper Relish?

Jersey Mike’s newest additions are great finds if you’re looking for something with a little more protein than the traditional deli meat sandwiches. Plus, if the Spicy Chicken Italian is how we get a hot Italian sub on the menu and introduces more people to the spicy pepper relish, it’s a win-win in my book.