Description
A Chicken Parmesan Sandwich is the perfect fusion of crispy, golden chicken, tangy marinara, and gooey melted mozzarella cheese, all tucked into a toasted Italian roll. It’s a hearty and comforting meal, ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day snacks.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 3/4 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for frying
For the Sandwich:
- 2 Italian rolls or ciabatta buns, split
- 1 cup marinara sauce, warmed
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Place each chicken breast between sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Breading Station:
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with a mixture of breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
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Bread the Chicken:
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, shaking off excess. Dip into beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
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Fry the Chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat about 1/4 inch of olive oil over medium heat. Once shimmering, add the breaded chicken breasts. Fry for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
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Prepare the Rolls:
- In a small bowl, combine softened butter and minced garlic. Spread the garlic butter on the cut sides of the rolls. Toast the rolls under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
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Assemble the Sandwiches:
- Place a chicken breast on the bottom half of each roll. Spoon warm marinara sauce over the chicken, then top with two slices of mozzarella cheese.
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Melt the Cheese:
- Place the assembled sandwiches on a baking sheet and broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, close the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying and Broiling
- Cuisine: American-italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Sandwich
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 55 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 160 mg