Chicken Parmesan Mini Subs
Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistibly crispy, cheesy Chicken Parmesan Mini Subs! Perfectly seasoned chicken tenders are coated in a panko-Parmesan crust and fried to golden perfection before being nestled into buttery, toasted mini sub rolls. Layered with tangy marinara sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, and topped with fresh basil, these handheld delights are a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. Ready in under an hour, these mini subs make a crowd-pleasing meal that’s ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. They're an easy way to enjoy the classic Italian-American favorite in a fun, portable form!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken tenders
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese
- 4 pieces Mini sub rolls
- 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season the chicken tenders with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Set up a dredging station: Place the flour in one shallow bowl, whisk the eggs in a second shallow bowl, and mix the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese in a third shallow bowl.
Dredge each chicken tender in the flour, then dip it into the eggs, and finally coat it with the panko-Parmesan mixture. Press gently to ensure the coating sticks.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken tenders in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
Slice the mini sub rolls lengthwise but leave them hinged. Melt the butter in a small saucepan and stir in the minced garlic. Brush this garlic butter onto the insides of the rolls, then toast them lightly in the oven for 5 minutes.
Spread a couple of tablespoons of marinara sauce onto each toasted roll. Place 2 chicken tenders on each roll, then add more marinara sauce on top.
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese generously over the chicken tenders and marinara sauce.
Bake the assembled subs in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 279.0 g | 358% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.5 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 34.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 912 mg | 304% | |
| Sodium | 11669 mg | 507% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 390.5 g | 142% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.5 g | 66% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.0 g | ||
| Protein | 244.1 g | 488% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 1578 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 23.3 mg | 129% | |
| Potassium | 2401 mg | 51% | |
*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.
