Description
A hearty sandwich featuring crispy breaded chicken topped with rich marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese, served on a soft toasted roll.
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup olive oil or oil for frying
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, sliced or shredded
- 2–3 sandwich rolls or buns
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip into the eggs, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the chicken until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
- Transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Spoon marinara sauce over each piece of chicken and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Place under a broiler or in the oven until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Lightly toast the sandwich rolls.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing the chicken inside the rolls and adding fresh basil if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm and crispy.
Notes
- For a lighter version, bake or air fry the chicken instead of frying.
- Add provolone cheese or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Use sturdy breads like ciabatta or hoagie rolls for better texture.
- Keep sauce separate until serving to maintain crispiness.
- Store chicken and bread separately for best results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
