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Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

★★★★★ 5 /5
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Rachel Tiemeyer
By: Rachel TiemeyerPosted: 6/7/23Updated: 9/20/23

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Take a classic Italian dish to a whole new level by turning it into this cheesy, saucy Chicken Parmesan Sandwich. An easy, comforting, and fun recipe!

Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches cut in half on baking sheet
Table of Contents
  • Ingredients
  • How to Make a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
  • What to Serve With Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches
  • Tip: Freeze a Batch for Later
  • More Chicken Parmesan-Inspired Recipes
  • Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Ingredients

Here is what you’ll need to make this easy-peasy recipe. You probably have many of the ingredients already!

  • Plain dry breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese
  • Italian seasoning, crushed in hand
  • Garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper
  • Large egg
  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (here’s where we get ours from)
  • Marinara sauce
  • Shredded or fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 6 hoagie rolls, split
  • Optional for serving: fresh basil leaves
Ingredients laid out for Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches

How to Make a Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Prep

Preheat oven to 400°F. Cover a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil that’s sprayed with cooking spray.

Set Up Breading Stations

In a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In a second dish, whisk together the egg and a splash of water. 

Bread Crumbs, seasonings, and grated parmesan cheese in bowl for breading chicken breasts for Baked Parmesan Chicken
raw egg in bowl with fork to be whisked for coating chicken breasts for Baked Chicken Parmesan

Slice Chicken Cutlets

On a cutting board, slice chicken in half lengthwise, resulting in 6 thinner chicken breasts. Season the front and back of each chicken breast with a pinch of salt and pepper.

Raw chicken breast on cutting board with knife having been sliced in half lengthwise

Bread Cutlets

Dip chicken breasts, one at a time, in egg mixture, turning to coat. Allow excess to drip off. Then dip chicken pieces in breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat. Press the mixture onto the chicken so it sticks. Place breaded chicken on the sheet pan. (Freezing instructions begin here.)

Raw breaded chicken breasts on baking sheet ready to be baked

Bake

Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the thickest piece registers close to 160°F internally with a meat thermometer.

Breaded Chicken Breasts on baking sheet for Baked Chicken Parmesan

Add Toppings

Top each chicken breast with about 1/4 cup of marinara sauce (enough to mostly cover the piece). Then, sprinkle about 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (or two pieces of fresh mozzarella) over the top of each piece, as well. Put chicken back in the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.

Breaded Chicken Breasts on baking sheet with marinara for Baked Chicken Parmesan
Breaded Chicken Breasts on baking sheet with marinara and fresh mozzarella for Baked Chicken Parmesan

Broil Rolls

Preheat broiler to high with oven rack in center position. Place rolls, cut sides up, on another large rimmed baking sheet. Broil until lightly toasted, about 30 seconds.

Build Sandwiches

Place one Chicken Parmesan cutlet on each bottom roll, top with optional fresh basil leaves, and pop the top on. Serve with a ramekin of warm marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Close up of Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches on Baking sheet

What to Serve With Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches

Try one or a few of these simple sides along with these delicious sandwiches.

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Oven Baked Steak Fries

Cranberry Spinach Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing

Cranberry Spinach Salad with Creamy Citrus Dressing

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Oven Roasted Broccoli

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Classic Fruit Salad

Tip: Freeze a Batch for Later

I know, I know. As “freezer meal evangelists”, we sound like a broken record around here. But…if you’re already dragging out the equipment, buying the groceries, and making the mess…you might as well make two batches. Enjoy one for dinner and freeze the other for another night. Here’s how:

Freeze For Later: Bread the chicken cutlets according to the recipe. Place breaded chicken in single layers in a freezer container or flat gallon-sized bag. Divide layers with parchment paper. Seal tightly and freeze. Freeze alongside a bag of shredded mozzarella cheese and 6 hoagie Rrolls.

Prepare From Frozen: Thaw chicken completely in the refrigerator overnight. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Bake and build the sandwich according to the recipe.

chicken parmesan casserole in a glass baking dish

More Chicken Parmesan-Inspired Recipes

If you couldn’t tell already, we have a thing for Chicken Parmesan Recipes. Here are a few variations of this classic recipe:

  • Baked Chicken Parmesan
  • Chicken Parmesan Sliders
  • Chicken Parmesan Casserole

I mean, can you blame us for coming up with all sorts of ways to combine the delicious flavors of breaded chicken, marinara, and cheese? I think not.

Did you make this? Snap a photo and tag us on Instagram at @thrivinghome so we can see your creations and cheer you on!

Close up of Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches on Baking sheet
★★★★★ 5 from 1 review

Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Take a classic Italian dish to a whole new level by turning it into this cheesy, saucy Chicken Parmesan Sandwich. An easy, comforting, and fun recipe!

Yield: 6 Sandwiches 1x
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain dry breadcrumbs (or gluten-free breadcrumbs)
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (fresh is best)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, crushed in hand
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 (approx. 8 ounces) boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • 1 1/2 cups marinara sauce, plus more for optional dipping
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (or one 8 ounce ball of fresh mozzarella)
  • 6 hoagie rolls, split
  • Optional for serving: fresh basil leaves

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Instructions

Make It Now:

  1. Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F. Cover a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil that’s been sprayed with cooking spray.
  2. Set Up Breading Stations: In a shallow dish, combine bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, and a pinch of pepper. In a second shallow dish, whisk together the egg and a splash of water.
  3. Slice Chicken Cutlets: On a cutting board, slice chicken in half lengthwise, resulting in 6 thinner chicken breasts (see article for pictures). Season the front and back of each chicken breast with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  4. Bread Cutlets: Dip chicken breasts, one at a time, in egg mixture, turning to coat. Allow excess to drip off. Then dip chicken pieces in breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat. Press the mixture onto the chicken so it sticks. Place breaded chicken on the sheet pan. (Freezing instructions begin here.)
  5. Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes, until the thickest piece registers close to 160°F internally with a meat thermometer.
  6. Add Topping: Top each chicken breast with about ¼ cup of marinara sauce (enough to mostly cover the piece). Then, sprinkle about ¼ cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (or a few slices of fresh mozzarella) over the top of each piece, as well. Put chicken back in the oven for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  7. Broil Rolls: Preheat broiler to high with oven rack in center position. Place rolls, cut sides up, on another large rimmed baking sheet. Broil until lightly toasted, about 30 seconds.
  8. Build Sandwiches: Place one Chicken Parmesan cutlet on each bottom roll, top with optional fresh basil leaves, and pop the top on. Serve with a ramekin of warm marinara sauce for dipping, if desired.

Freeze For Later: Follow Steps 2-4. Place breaded chicken in single layers in a freezer container or flat gallon-sized bag. Divide layers with parchment paper. Seal tightly and freeze. Freeze alongside a bag of shredded mozzarella cheese and 6 hoagie rolls.

Prepare From Frozen: Thaw chicken completely in the refrigerator overnight. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Follow Steps 5-8.

© Author: Rachel Tiemeyer
Cuisine: Italian Method: Baked

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As co-founder of Thriving Home, Rachel dreams about creating recipes (literally) and uses her husband, her 3 kids, and even the neighbors as guinea pigs several nights a week. She believes that good food has the power to bring families and friends closer together and continues to wake up excited about her job each day, even after 10+ years!

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  1. AvatarElaine says

    Posted on 6/13/23 at 11:10 am

    This is restaurant quality! A family favorite recipe that I will come back to again soon!

    ★★★★★

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    • Polly ConnerPolly Conner says

      Posted on 6/13/23 at 11:25 am

      Great!

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