Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Name: Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Ingredients: 2 Chicken breasts, pounded thin; Salt; Pepper; Garlic powder; Avocado oil (for frying); Rustic french baguette; Fresh mozzarella slices (about 6); Parmesan; ¼ cup Flour; ½ cup Breadcrumbs; ¼ cup Seasoned croutons, crushed; 2 Eggs; 8 oz Tomato sauce or marinara; 2 to 4 Garlic cloves, pressed; Fresh basil; 2 tsp Italian seasoning; Olive oil; Pesto; Arugula; Olive oil; Salt; Parmesan; Lemon

Holiday season is for cheesy, saucy sandwiches that hug you from the inside This sandwich is my go to December comfort food. It’s crispy, melty, and surprisingly easy to make at home. Save this recipe for a cold night

Total time: 50 minincludes 15 min rest
Serves: 2 sandwiches
Updated: January 22, 2026
Recipe by: Saba

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Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Total: 50 minincludes 15 min rest
Serves: 2 sandwiches

Ingredients

Chicken

2 Chicken breasts, pounded thin
Salt
Pepper
Garlic powder
Avocado oil (for frying)
Rustic french baguette
Fresh mozzarella slices (about 6)
Parmesan

Breading

¼ cup Flour
½ cup Breadcrumbs
¼ cup Seasoned croutons, crushed
2 Eggs

Sauce and Extras

8 oz Tomato sauce or marinara
2 to 4 Garlic cloves, pressed
Fresh basil
2 tsp Italian seasoning
Olive oil
Pesto

Arugula Salad

Arugula
Olive oil
Salt
Parmesan
Lemon

Instructions

Step 1Season chicken and coat lightly with flour
Step 2Dip into eggs, then press into breadcrumb mixture. Rest 15 minutes
Step 3Heat a pan until hot, add avocado oil, let it heat, then fry chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden
Step 4Mix sauce, garlic, basil, olive oil, seasoning, salt, and pepper in a baking dish. Top with mozzarella and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes
Step 5Lightly wet the baguette exterior. Slice open: pesto on one side, olive oil and chicken on the other. Bake 10 minutes at 350°F. Finish with melted cheese, sauce, and Parmesan. Serve warm with Arugula salad