Chicken Parm Hero – These delicious chicken parmesan hero sandwiches is tender and crispy is perfect for a individual sub, topped with marinara and mozzarella.
Ultimate Chicken Parm Hero – Recipe at Home
Calling all comfort food enthusiasts! Missing those gooey, crispy, and oh-so-satisfying chicken parmesan heroes from your favorite deli or pizzeria? Well, fret no more! This recipe unlocks the secrets of the iconic chicken parm hero, allowing you to create this restaurant-worthy masterpiece in your own kitchen.
Why Chicken Parm Hero? A Comfort Food Classic
Italian-American Dream: Savor the marriage of juicy chicken, tangy tomato sauce, and melted cheese – a symphony of Italian-American flavors.
Budget-Friendly Feast: This hero is surprisingly easy on the wallet, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
Endless Customization: The base recipe is just the beginning! Explore variations on cheese, sauce, and even bread to suit your taste.
Recipe Variations to Spice Up Parm Hero
Spicy Kick: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the breading or sauce for a touch of heat.
Veggie Delight: Layer roasted red peppers, spinach, or sliced mushrooms into the sandwich for added flavor and texture.
Meatball Twist: Swap the chicken for homemade or store-bought meatballs for a meatball parm hero variation.
Chicken Parm Hero – Tips and Tricks
Pounding Perfection: Evenly pound the chicken breasts to ensure even cooking and a tender texture.
Double Dredge for Extra Crisp: Dredge the chicken in flour, then egg, then breadcrumbs for a thicker and crispier coating.
Don’t Crowd the Pan: Fry the chicken cutlets in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even browning.
Warm Up the Rolls: For an extra touch, briefly toast the hero rolls before assembling the sandwich.
How to Serve Chicken Parm Hero ?
The Classic Combo: Serve the hero on its own, with a side salad or pickle spears for a complete meal.
French Fries Fun: Pair the hero with a basket of crispy French fries for a satisfying and nostalgic experience.
Italian Night In: Complete your Italian-inspired feast with a side of pasta salad or roasted vegetables.
How to Store Leftover Chicken Parm Hero ?
- Wrap leftover assembled heroes tightly in plastic wrap or store components separately in airtight containers.
- Refrigerate for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven until warmed through.
Recipe FAQs
Can I bake the chicken instead of frying?
Absolutely! Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), coat the breaded chicken in cooking spray, and bake for 15-20 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
What type of cheese is best?
Mozzarella is classic, but Provolone or a blend of both work well too
Chicken Parm Hero
Chicken Parm Hero - These delicious chicken parmesan hero sandwiches is tender and crispy is perfect for a individual sub, topped with marinara and mozzarella.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts, boneless, cut in half lengthwise
- 4 eggs whisked
- ½ cup flour
- 1 ¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs, flavored
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried basil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups cooking oil
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 6 Italian style buns
- ¼ cup butter
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese, sliced
- ½ teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 ½ cups marinara sauce
- ⅓ cup basil, freshly chopped
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, add bread crumbs, dried basil, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, pepper, and grated parmesan cheese. Combine well.
- Whisk eggs into a second shallow bowl. Place flour in the third bowl.
- Dredge chicken into the flour, then into the egg, breadcrumbs, then again egg and finally into the breadcrumbs.
- Heat a pan on medium high heat. Add oil, once hot. Lower heat to medium and fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden browned.
- Place the chicken on a wire rack on cookie sheet, top with mozzerella. Broil for about 3-4 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- Cut buns in half, spread butter on both the halves and sprinkle with garlic salt.
- Toast in the broiler for 3-5 minutes,
- Microwave the marinara sauce about a minute or until heated through, stirring after 30 seconds.
- Spoon about ¼ cup marinara sauce on each fried chicken cutlet, sprinkle with fresh chopped basil.
- Place on buns and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 988Total Fat: 77gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 59gCholesterol: 175mgSodium: 1401mgCarbohydrates: 42gFiber: 3gSugar: 6gProtein: 33g
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