DelishChicken Parmesan Subs

Oh man, I’m about to share with you one of my all-time favorite sandwiches: Chicken Parmesan Subs. These babies are a glorious mashup of gooey cheese, crunchy bread, and that out-of-this-world marinara sauce. Imagine everything you want when you’re craving comfort on a plate (or in a bun), bundled up neatly in a crunchy sub. It’s not too fancy, but it doesn’t need to be. It’s the kind of meal that just makes you feel good inside, like a warm hug that you eat. Trust me, you’re gonna want to try this.

So here’s a funny little backstory. My husband swears that he fell in love with me because of these Chicken Parmesan Subs. Yep, they completely sealed the deal. It was our second date, and I was trying to impress him but not seem like I was trying too hard, you know? I figured chicken parm was the sweet spot—unpretentious yet totally delicious. Now it’s become a staple in our household. Whether it’s a lazy Sunday afternoon or a midweek pick-me-up, this dish has become our little family ritual over time. Even my picky little one gobbles it up, and that, my friends, is saying something.

How to Make It

Get ready to turn your kitchen into a delicious mess. Start by grabbing some chicken breasts and slapping them between sheets of plastic wrap. Give them a couple of love taps with a meat mallet until they’re an even thickness. Now, set up your breading station—flour, egg, and breadcrumbs. Dip, dip, plunk. Into the hot pan they go, sizzling away until they’re golden brown. Layer that golden goodness onto a crusty sub roll, drench in marinara, drown in cheese, and toss ’em under the broiler until bubbly. It’s like magic.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Chicken Breasts: Make sure they’re pounded thin; otherwise, they take forever to cook.
– Marinara Sauce: Get the good stuff, or better yet, make your own if you’re feeling adventurous. It makes all the difference.
– Sub Rolls: Crusty on the outside, soft on the inside. Think the baguette’s slightly more relaxed cousin.
– Mozzarella Cheese: For that dreamy cheese pull. Use sliced or shredded, but never skimp.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness.
2. Set up a breading station with flour, beaten eggs, and breadcrumbs.
3. Coat the chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then cover in breadcrumbs.
4. Fry in a hot, oiled skillet until golden brown.
5. Place chicken on sub rolls, add marinara and cheese.
6. Broil until cheese is melted and bubbly.

What to Serve It With

Pair these subs with a fresh green salad for a bite of freshness or some roasted veggies if you’re feeling fancy.

✔Tips & Mistakes

Don’t overthink it. Keep an eye on the broiler—burnt cheese is sad cheese. If the chicken’s too thin, it can dry out; too thick, and you’re chomping for days.

✔Storage Tips

These babies do alright in the fridge for a couple of days, though they never last that long around here. Wrap them up tight in foil or stick them in an airtight container. Cold subs are surprisingly delightful at breakfast, and zero judgment if you go that route.

✔Variations and Substitutions

Swap the chicken for eggplant if you’re feeling veggie-forward, or turkey if you snagged some on sale. Gluten-free breadcrumbs work too. Can’t say the same for non-dairy cheese, though I trust you’ll figure out a decent workaround if you need it.

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DelishChicken Parmesan Subs

A savory chicken parmesan sandwich topped with melted cheese and fresh basil served on a toasted sub roll.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
• ▢ 1.5 cups Italian bread crumbs
• ▢ 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ▢ 2 cups marinara sauce homemade or store-bought
• ▢ 8 slices mozzarella cheese or more as desired
• ▢ 4 pieces sub rolls toasted
• ▢ 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves chopped
• ▢ 2 tbsp olive oil
• ▢ 2 large eggs beaten

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets.
• In one bowl, beat the eggs; in another, mix bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.
• Dip chicken cutlets first into eggs, then coat thoroughly with bread crumb mixture.
• Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
• Place cooked chicken in a baking dish, spoon marinara sauce over each piece and top with mozzarella slices.
• Bake in preheated oven for 10 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
• Toast sub rolls lightly, then layer with chicken parmesan and sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper to the marinara sauce before baking.