Ultimate Cheesy Stuffed Chicken Sub Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breast halves without skin or bones
• 2 cups of Italian-style salad dressing
• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of baking powder
• 1 and a half cups of milk
• 1 egg
• 3 cups of bread crumbs seasoned with Italian flavors
• 2 tablespoons of butter, separated, or as necessary
• 10 pieces of prosciutto, cut into chunks
• 4 cups of marinara sauce
• canola oil as required
• 1 cup of mozzarella cheese, shredded, or more according to preference
• 4 Italian sub rolls
• 8 slices of provolone cheese
• 1 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated

Step 1

Begin by slicing each chicken breast down the middle to create 4 thinner pieces. Place them between plastic wrap and gently pound to about 1/2 inch thickness using a meat mallet.

Step 2

Next, marinate the chicken breasts in zesty Italian dressing in the fridge overnight to infuse them with flavor.

Step 3

An hour before cooking, take the chicken out of the refrigerator to allow it to come to room temperature for even cooking.

Step 4

Prepare your coating stations by combining flour and baking powder in one bowl, milk and egg in another, and breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Have them ready for breading the chicken.

Step 5

In a pan over medium heat, melt a tablespoon of butter and cook the prosciutto until it crisps up, creating a flavorful topping for the chicken. Set the prosciutto aside on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 6

Meanwhile, gently simmer your marinara sauce in a saucepan to warm it up before assembling the dish.

Step 7

In a deep-fryer or large saucepan, heat oil to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C) for baking later.

Step 8

Flatten the chicken cutlets and stuff each with a quarter of mozzarella and prosciutto. Fold the cutlets over the filling and secure with toothpicks.

Step 9

Coat the stuffed chicken in the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and finally in breadcrumbs for a crispy coating.

Step 10

Fry the breaded chicken until golden brown, cooked through, and floating in the oil for about 6 to 7 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 11

Prepare the sub rolls by slicing them open and spreading butter on the insides. Build the sandwiches with a layering of chicken cutlet, marinara sauce, provolone cheese, and Parmesan cheese. Place the tops on and arrange the subs in a baking pan.

Step 12

Toast the assembled subs in the preheated oven until the bread is crunchy and the cheeses are gooey, for about 2 minutes. Serve the hot and melty sandwiches immediately for a delicious meal.