Crispy Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Japanese panko bread crumbs are a great alternative to the regular bread crumbs they fry up very light and crispy. Use which ever you have on hand or prefer. Also, if you want a less fat version, you can certainly bake the chicken breasts instead of frying them!

Prep Time10

Cook Time12

Total Time22

Servings: servings

Calories: 539kcal

Ingredients

For the Chicken Parmesan

1 1/2 lbs. (680 g) boneless skinless Chicken Breasts (2 breasts)
Kosher Salt , to taste
Black Pepper , to taste
3/4 cup (80 g) Bread Crumbs , or as needed
1/4 cup (25 g) grated Parmesan Cheese , or as needed
1-2 large Eggs
Oil , for frying
2 cups (500 ml) Marinara Sauce or Tomato Sauce , heated
1 cup (112 g) grated Mozzarella Cheese (or sliced fresh mozzarella)
Chopped Italian Parsley , for garnish

For the Sandwich

4 Hamburger Buns
Lettuce
fresh Basil
extra Marinara or Tomato Sauce

Instructions

Pat chicken dry. Cut the the breasts in half lengthwise. Pound them into an even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese. In another bowl, beat the egg(s) (start with one egg and beat another if needed when dredging) and set aside.
Dip the chicken breasts in egg and then dredge them, one a time, in the breadcrumb/cheese mixture. Shake off any excess bread crumb coating.
In large skillet or frying pan, heat about 1/2 inch of oil over medium-high heat to about 350°F, then add the chicken. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden and cooked through. Fry in batches if needed to keep from crowding the pan.
Remove the chicken from the oil and briefly drain on paper towels. Top the cooked chicken with hot marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese and garnish with parsley.
Grill or toast the hamburger buns, if desired. Layer lettuce, parmesan chicken, and fresh basil. If desired, top with some extra sauce and enjoy!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

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