Craving a Chicken Parmesan sub but don’t have time to cook and bread chicken? I’ve got a quick, simple solution for you! I cut some corners by using frozen breaded chicken patties and pre-prepared ingredients, making this sandwich a breeze to assemble. To keep it lighter, I swapped out the sub rolls for sliced Italian bread and used thin-sliced provolone cheese. The result was surprisingly delicious, and I couldn’t wait to share it with you!
Quick & Easy Chicken Parmesan Sandwich
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 2
Ingredients:
- 2 frozen breaded chicken patties (e.g., Tyson®)
- 2 tablespoons garlic butter (or to taste)
- 4 slices Italian bread
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ teaspoon dried basil (or to taste)
- 1 pinch garlic salt (or to taste)
- 6 thin slices provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the chicken patties on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes or until crispy and fully cooked. After baking, cut each chicken patty in half lengthwise.
- Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Prepare marinara sauce: In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the marinara sauce, basil, and garlic salt. Heat in the microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, then stir well.
- Assemble the sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place one slice of bread, butter-side down, into the skillet. Top with 2 slices of provolone cheese, 1 tablespoon of marinara sauce, 2 chicken patty halves (overlapping to cover the bread), 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce, 1 slice of provolone cheese, and the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook: Grill the sandwich for 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
- Serve: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over any remaining marinara sauce and serve it alongside each sandwich.
Recipe Tip:
- Feel free to swap out the Parmesan for mozzarella if you prefer a different cheese.
This easy Chicken Parmesan sandwich is full of flavor, and it’s a quick meal you can whip up on a busy day! Enjoy this simple twist on a classic!