Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

1: Preheat oven to 400°F.

2: Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thin cutlets.

3: In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

4: In another shallow dish, whisk eggs.

5: In a third shallow dish, combine bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese.

6: Coat the chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

7: Dip chicken in the egg mixture, then coat in breadcrumbs.

8: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

9: Cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.

10: To make marinara sauce, add butter in a pan on medium heat, add onions and garlic.

11: Add tomato sauce, salt, pepper, and red chili flakes.

12: Add cream and let it simmer for 2 minutes, then add fresh basil leaves.

13: Transfer chicken to a baking sheet.

14: Top each piece of chicken with marinara sauce and a slice of mozzarella cheese.

15: Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 15-20 minutes.

16: Toast sandwich rolls.

17: Assemble sandwiches by placing chicken on the bottom half of the roll and topping with additional marinara sauce, grated Parmesan cheese, and basil leaves if desired.

18: Serve hot and enjoy!