Description
This Chicken Parmesan Sandwich recipe offers a quick and delicious way to enjoy the classic Italian-American favorite in sandwich form. Featuring crispy breaded chicken patties topped with savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, all nestled inside toasted sandwich rolls, it's perfect for a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Chicken and Cheese
- 4 frozen breaded chicken patties (such as Just Bare, Tyson, or Perdue brand)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1-2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Sandwich
- 4 sandwich rolls or hoagie rolls, split and toasted
Instructions
- Bake the chicken: Arrange the frozen breaded chicken patties on a baking sheet in a single layer. Bake them according to the package directions, typically for 18 to 22 minutes at 400°F, until they are golden brown and cooked through. Alternatively, you can air fry the patties at 400°F for 10 to 12 minutes to achieve similar results with a crispy exterior.
- Add sauce and cheese: After baking, spoon about 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce evenly over each chicken patty. Then top each patty with approximately ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese followed by 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese to create a flavorful cheesy layer.
- Broil: Switch your oven setting to broil. Place the chicken patties under the broiler for 1 to 3 minutes, watching carefully to ensure the cheese melts thoroughly and becomes bubbly and slightly golden but does not burn.
- Assemble: Place each cheesy chicken patty onto the toasted sandwich rolls. Close the sandwich and serve immediately while the cheese is hot and gooey for the best taste experience.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh mozzarella for shredded if preferred, but expect a slightly different texture.
- Make sure to watch the patties closely while broiling to prevent the cheese from burning.
- To add extra flavor, consider adding fresh basil leaves or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes inside the sandwich.
- For a lighter option, use whole-grain sandwich rolls and reduced-fat cheese varieties.
