Chicken Parmesan Mozzarella Sandwich (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Chicken

01 - 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
02 - ¾ teaspoon garlic salt
03 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
04 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
05 - 2 large eggs
06 - Splash of water
07 - 1 ¼ cups plain panko breadcrumbs
08 - 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
09 - 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
10 - 4 chicken cutlets
11 - Oil for frying

→ Bread

12 - 4 hoagie rolls
13 - ½ cup unsalted butter, very soft
14 - 1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
15 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
16 - ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

→ Assembly

17 - 24 ounces warm marinara sauce
18 - 8 ounces shredded mozzarella cheese

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium-sized bowl, mix together the flour, garlic salt, onion powder, and pepper, set aside.
02 - In another medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs and the water, set aside.
03 - In a large bowl, mix together the breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.
04 - Place chicken cutlets, flour bowl, egg bowl, and breadcrumb bowl next to each other. Then line a sheet pan with parchment paper and keep it nearby.
05 - Coat each chicken cutlet in the flour mixture, shake off excess, dip into the egg mixture, and then press into the breadcrumb mixture. Place breaded cutlets on the prepared sheet pan.
06 - Add ¼ inch of oil to a large skillet over medium heat and preheat oven to 375°F.
07 - Fry the chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. Place on a paper towel-lined plate, then a wire rack to prevent sogginess.
08 - Cut hoagie rolls nearly in half, place cut side up on a sheet pan. Combine butter, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Spread mixture evenly inside rolls.
09 - Bake hoagie rolls in the oven for 3 minutes to lightly toast.
10 - Spread 2 tablespoons marinara sauce on each side of bread, sprinkle cheese on the bottom, and place fried chicken cutlets on top. Add more marinara and top with remaining cheese.
11 - Wrap each sandwich loosely in aluminum foil sprayed with non-stick cooking spray. Bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted and sandwiches are warm.
12 - Serve sandwiches hot with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

# Notes:

01 - You can use white or wheat hoagie rolls.
02 - Swap mozzarella with provolone or mix both.
03 - Homemade marinara sauce can be used.
04 - Chicken breasts can replace cutlets when halved.
05 - Ensure the chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.

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