Chicken Parmesan Heroes
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these hearty, flavor-packed Chicken Parmesan Heroes. Juicy, breaded chicken breasts are fried to golden perfection and tucked into buttery toasted hoagie rolls, then smothered in zesty marinara sauce and gooey melted mozzarella. A Parmesan-panko crust elevates the crispy exterior, while fresh basil adds an optional herbal garnish for a burst of freshness. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing sandwich recipe is perfect for family dinners, game days, or whenever you're craving Italian-inspired comfort food. Serve these chicken parmesan subs hot, oozing cheese, and watch them disappear in no time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 1.5 cups Breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1.5 cups Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 pieces Hoagie rolls
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create 4 thinner pieces, then season both sides evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon of water, and one with breadcrumbs mixed with grated Parmesan cheese.
Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour, shaking off the excess, then dip it in the egg mixture, and finally coat it in the breadcrumb mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating adheres well.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the breaded chicken pieces for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
Slice the hoagie rolls open and lightly butter the inside of each roll. Place them, cut side up, on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 5 minutes or until slightly golden.
Warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
To assemble each hero, place a piece of fried chicken inside the toasted roll. Spoon marinara sauce generously over the chicken and sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Place the assembled sandwiches back in the oven and bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the heroes from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5551 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 345.1 g | 442% | |
| Saturated Fat | 79.9 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 854 mg | 285% | |
| Sodium | 8947 mg | 389% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.7 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.2 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.3 g | ||
| Protein | 234.1 g | 468% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 1998 mg | 154% | |
| Iron | 31.6 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 1618 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
