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Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches

Crispy Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches That Kids Will Love

Enjoy delicious Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches with crispy chicken, melty cheese, and marinara sauce, perfect for family meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts can substitute with lean turkey for lower fat
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika adds a deeper flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt use sea salt or kosher salt for better texture
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground is preferable
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder or use fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil fresh basil can be substituted if available
For the Coating
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese use pecorino for a sharper taste
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs regular breadcrumbs won't be as crispy
For the Assembly
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese fresh mozzarella offers a more authentic taste
  • 1 cup marinara sauce opt for low-sodium if concerned about salt intake
  • 4 pieces French rolls ciabatta or hoagie rolls can be tasty alternatives

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • large bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and dried basil. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Coat the chicken thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Flip and bake for another 15 minutes until crispy.
  5. Slice French rolls and place mozzarella on each half. Lower oven to 400°F (200°C) and bake rolls for 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Spread marinara sauce on the bottom half of each roll, top with chicken, and place the top half of the roll on.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 880mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For maximum crunch, ensure the chicken is pressed well into the breadcrumb mixture. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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