Kentucky Fried Chicken Parm

A delicious, crispy Chicken Parmesan-inspired sandwich recipe that hits that perfect balance of crunchy, saucy, cheesy goodness, all wrapped up in a hearty sandwich

My spouse made this once, and I never forgot it. I also didn't really see it anywhere and wondered why. Now it's here for you to make! And it's a slam for sure!

Ingredients (Serves 4)

For the Chicken:

• 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (butterflied and halved = 4 pieces)

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 2 large eggs

• 1 tbsp water

• 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp paprika (optional)

• Neutral oil, for frying (vegetable or canola)

For Assembly:

• 4 sandwich rolls or ciabatta buns (toasted)

• 1 cup marinara sauce (homemade or good quality store-bought)

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

• Fresh basil or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Optional Add-Ons:

• Garlic aioli or mayo

• Arugula or baby spinach

• Roasted red peppers

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Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken for frying or grilling:

   • Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper.

   • If grilling, prepare a hot pan with a drizzle of oil.

   • Set up a dredging station: one plate with flour, one bowl with beaten eggs + water, and one plate with a mix of breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, and paprika.

2. Bread the Chicken (optionally, grill it breadless):

   • Dredge each chicken piece in flour, shaking off excess.

   • Dip into egg wash, then coat in the breadcrumb-Parmesan mix. Press firmly to ensure an even, crispy coating.

3. Fry (or grill) to Golden Perfection:

   • Heat about ½ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through (about 3–4 minutes per side). Transfer to a wire rack to drain.

4. Melt the Cheese:

• Preheat the broiler.

• Place fried chicken on a baking sheet. Spoon marinara over the top, then add mozzarella and Parmesan.

• Broil for 1–2 minutes, just until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Estimated Nutrition Per Sandwich

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	~750–850 kcal
Protein	~45–50g
Carbohydrates	~55–60g
Fat	~35–40g
Saturated Fat	~10–12g
Cholesterol	~150–180mg
Fiber	~3–5g
Sugars	~6–8g (mostly from marinara)
Sodium	~1100–1400mg