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Chicken Parm Sandwich

This Chicken Parmesan Sandwich is the perfect balance of crispy chicken cutlets, gooey mozzarella, rich vodka sauce, and toasted baguette. It’s everything you love about classic chicken parm—tucked into a crusty, warm sandwich that’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or game day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 680
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crispy Chicken
  • 2 large chicken breasts about 1 lb, sliced in half lengthwise
  • ½ cup flour
  • 1 tsp EACH: garlic powder black pepper, salt
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 cups cooking olive oil for frying
For the Sandwich
  • 1 –2 baguettes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup Botticelli vodka pasta sauce
  • ⅓ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 balls fresh mozzarella ovoline thinly sliced
  • ⅓ cup grated Parmesan

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breasts lengthwise, pound to ¼" thickness inside a zip-top bag.
  2. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F.
  3. Set up breading station: one bowl with eggs, one with seasoned flour, one with panko.
  4. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, egg, then panko.
  5. Fry 1–2 pieces at a time for 3–5 minutes per side.
  6. Drain on paper towel-lined rack. Keep warm in 250°F oven.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/chicken-parm-sandwich/

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the skillet while frying.
  • Don’t skip pounding the chicken—this helps it cook evenly and stay juicy.
  • Use any marinara or vodka sauce you love if Botticelli isn’t available.