Crispy chicken Parmesan sandwiches start with a crispy ranch-seasoned chicken cutlet.

Theranch powderused to season the meat adds a really nice tang you wouldn’t get otherwise.

It’s almost like the flavors of squeezing a fresh lemon wedge over a crispy piece ofschnitzel.

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It also adds a great onion and herb flavor that helps enhance the simple sandwich.

Learn how to make chicken Parmesan sandwiches.

To prepare the chicken in advance, fry as directed and cool completely on a wire rack.

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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen.

To reheat, place chicken into a preheated 375F oven or air fryer until the internal temperature reaches 165F.

Remove from oven, then assemble and broil the sandwiches as directed.

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you might also serve with roasted or grilled vegetables, or any other veggie sides, as preferred.

Refrigerate leftovers for up to three days.

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6Tbsp.ranch seasoning mix, divided (from 2 [1-oz.]

making chicken cutlets

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Place each cutlet between 2 sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper.

Using flat side of a meat mallet, pound each cutlet to an even 1/4-inch thickness.

Make dredging stations:

Crack eggs into a large shallow bowl; beat until combined.

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Place flour in a second large shallow bowl.

Coat chicken cutlets:

Dredge each cutlet in flour, shaking off excess.

Dip in egg to coat; place in panko mixture, pressing to coat both sides.

dredging stations for breaded chicken

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Transfer cutlets to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.

Fry chicken cutlets:

Heat 1/2 cup of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high.

Transfer to a baking sheet lined with a wire rack; place in preheated oven to keep warm.

coating chicken in panko mixture

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Repeat procedure twice with remaining 4 cutlets, adding remaining 1/2 cup oil to skillet as needed.

Sprinkle chicken with additional salt to taste.

Prepare sandwiches:

Preheat oven to broil with rack about 4 inches from heat source.

frying chicken cutlets on a stovetop

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Butter cut sides of ciabatta rolls with butter.

Place, buttered side up, on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet.

Place half of 1 Crispy Ranch Chicken Cutlet on bottom half of each roll.

fried chicken cutlets

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Top each with 2 fresh mozzarella cheese slices.

Broil until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.

Spoon marinara sauce evenly over melted cheese; place top half of rolls on top.

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Use sturdy bread, broil to toast as directed, and serve immediately for the best texture.

you might swap the breaded chicken with grilled chicken if preferred.

assembling chicken parmesan sandwiches with marinara sauce

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