Description
Make the best chicken parm sandwich with this ultimate guide! Learn how to cook crispy chicken, choose the best cheese, and perfect your sauce.
Ingredients
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in half
½ cup all-purpose flour
4 large eggs, whisked
1¼ cups Italian-style breadcrumbs
1teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1½ teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 cups canola oil (for frying)
6 Italian-style hoagie rolls
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon garlic salt
8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
1½ cups marinara sauce
⅓ cup chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- 
Prepare the Dredging Station
- In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs.
 - In a separate bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, dried basil, salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese.
 - Place flour in a third shallow bowl.
 
 - 
Dredge the Chicken
- Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create cutlets.
 - Coat each cutlet in flour, then dip into the whisked eggs, followed by the breadcrumb mixture.
 - Repeat the egg and breadcrumb step to double-dredge for extra crispiness.
 
 - 
Fry the Chicken
- Heat canola oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
 - Fry the cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
 - Remove and place on a wire rack.
 
 - 
Melt the Cheese
- Place the fried chicken cutlets on a baking sheet.
 - Top each with mozzarella slices and broil for 2-3 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
 
 - 
Toast the Hoagie Rolls
- Slice the hoagie rolls in half and brush with melted butter mixed with garlic salt.
 - Toast under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, until golden brown.
 
 - 
Assemble the Sandwiches
- Spoon marinara sauce onto each toasted roll.
 - Place the cheesy chicken cutlet on top.
 - Sprinkle with fresh chopped basil, close the sandwich, and serve hot.
 
 
Notes
- For extra crispiness, refrigerate the breaded chicken for 15 minutes before frying.
 - If you prefer a healthier version, bake the chicken at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
 - Use fresh mozzarella for a richer, creamier taste.
 
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
 - Cook Time: 15 minutes
 - Category: Lunch
 - Method: Pan-Frying & Broiling
 - Cuisine: Italian-American
 
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
 - Calories: 733 kcal
 - Sugar: 8g
 - Sodium: 1873mg
 - Fat: 36g
 - Saturated Fat: 14g
 - Unsaturated Fat: 18g
 - Trans Fat: 0g
 - Carbohydrates: 52g
 - Fiber: 3g
 - Protein: 48g
 - Cholesterol: 237mg
 
Keywords: Chicken parm sandwich, chicken parmesan sub, crispy chicken sandwich, Italian hoagie, homemade chicken parm, fried chicken sandwich, marinara sandwich.