Chicken Parm Sandwich is hands-down a reliable way to eat chicken Parm. It’s all loaded on buttery, garlic-crusted rolls with melty cheese and a layer of pesto. So good!
Author’s Notes
This Sandwich Was Not the Plan… and I Loved It!
Chicken Parm totally screams comfort food to me. It’s one of a reliable meals, but I usually only make it during the colder months.
So when I went to make Chicken Caesar Sandwiches and realized I was out of Caesar salad mix, I figured why not switch it up and make Chicken Parmesan sandwiches instead?
And oh my gosh, these completely blew me away. I had some leftover pesto from my Creamy Pesto Chicken and added that in too. Now I’m convinced chicken Parm and pesto are a match made in heaven. I don’t think I can ever make it without pesto again!
Chicken Parm Sandwich Ingredients
| Ingredient | Notes |
|---|---|
| Chicken cutlets | My go-to recipe for quick, straightforward, breaded chicken. It’s so crispy and flavorful! |
| Butter & garlic powder | Spread on the rolls before broiling for that golden crunch (and no sogginess!). |
| Sub rolls | Use sturdy rolls that can hold up to all the sauce and melty cheese. |
| Marinara & cheese | Go for whole-milk mozzarella and a thick, flavorful marinara; Rao’s is a reliable. |
| Pesto (skippable) | Adds a fresh, herby boost if you love pesto. Totally fine to skip it if you don’t. |
What Goes Great with Chicken Parm Sandwiches
- Smashed Potatoes: Crispy and reliable for dipping in extra marinara!
- Caesar Salad: A classic pairing with crunchy croutons and creamy dressing.
- Roasted Broccoli: A simple veggie side to balance out the richness of the sandwich.
- Italian Pasta Salad: A chilled side that’s straightforward to prep ahead and always a hit!
- Fresh Fruit: Anything in season or try a reliable fruit salad with yogurt.
chelsea’s recipe tip
Secrets to Sandwich Success
Below are my top tips for making from-scratch Chicken Parm Sandwiches:
- Bread the chicken right before cooking: Keeps the coating crispy, not soggy.
- Let the chicken sit on a rack: Stops the crust from getting soft on a plate.
- Keep an eye on the broiler: Cheese can burn quickly once it melts.
- Add pesto after broiling: Keeps it green, fresh, and full of flavor.
- Use foil or parchment on your pan: Makes cleanup a lot easier.
Storage
- Chicken Parm Sandwiches taste best fresh. If you have extras, store the chicken, sauce, and rolls in separate containers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat the chicken in the oven, then put the sandwiches together right before eating.
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Change Up Your Chicken Parm Sandwich!
- Spicy Chicken Parm: Add red pepper flakes to the marinara.
- Cheese Swap: Try provolone instead of mozzarella for a stronger flavor.
- No Sauce Needed: Skip the marinara and add lots of pesto instead.
- Add Some Greens: Toss on some arugula or baby spinach for a fresh bite.
- Make it a Melt: Use sandwich bread and cook it like grilled cheese in a pan with butter.
