Giant Grilled Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

There’s something about taking a classic comfort food and putting it on the grill that makes it even more special. That’s exactly what happened with this Giant Grilled Chicken Parmesan Sandwich. It started as a simple idea: crispy chicken cutlets, melty cheese, tangy marinara, and garlic bread. But when layered together into one massive sandwich, it turned into a showstopper that easily fed the whole family.

I began with three boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Each one was sliced in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets, then pounded flat between sheets of plastic wrap. This step is important because it ensures the chicken cooks evenly and stays tender. Once prepped, the cutlets went through a three-step dredge: flour, an egg wash, and finally a coating of panko breadcrumbs mixed with shredded parmesan and dried Italian seasoning.

Instead of frying, I set up my grill for indirect cooking, keeping the heat steady. The chicken went on the grill and cooked for about 12 minutes per side until golden brown, crispy, and above 165°F internally. As they were finishing, I topped each cutlet with a slice of provolone cheese, letting it melt into the crust.

Meanwhile, a loaf of garlic bread, brushed generously with butter, was grilled until toasted and fragrant. This became the foundation of the sandwich. I layered three of the cheesy cutlets on the bread, then spooned over marinara sauce. Another three cutlets went on top with more marinara and basil, and finally the second half of the garlic bread sealed the deal.

The result was nothing short of a monster. Crispy breaded chicken, gooey cheese, garlicky bread, and rich tomato sauce all came together in every bite. Cutting it into slices made serving easy, and it was just as fun to eat as it was delicious. Best of all, it’s approachable enough to pull off on a weeknight while still feeling like an over-the-top meal worthy of a Saturday cookout.

If you’re looking for a dish that will impress and satisfy, this Giant Grilled Chicken Parmesan Sandwich needs to be on your list.

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Giant Grilled Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Recipe by That Griller GuyCourse: MainCuisine: Italian

Servings

5

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

30

minutes

Total time

50

minutes

Fire up the grill for this Giant Grilled Chicken Parmesan Sandwich, crispy chicken cutlets, melty cheese, marinara, and garlic bread stacked tall.

Ingredients

• 
  3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

• 1 cup flour

• 2 large eggs, beaten

• 2 cups panko breadcrumbs

• 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese

• 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning

• 6 slices provolone cheese

• 1 loaf garlic bread, buttered

• 1 ½ cups marinara sauce, warmed

• Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

• Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create thin cutlets. Place between plastic wrap and pound flat.
• Season cutlets with salt and pepper. Dredge in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat in breadcrumb-parmesan-Italian seasoning mixture.
• Preheat grill for indirect cooking at medium heat. Place chicken cutlets on the grill and cook 12 minutes per side, or until 165°F internal and golden brown.
• During the last few minutes, top each cutlet with a slice of provolone cheese and allow it to melt.
• Grill the garlic bread until toasted and golden.
• Assemble the sandwich: layer three cutlets on the garlic bread, top with marinara and fresh basil, repeat with the remaining cutlets, and finish with more sauce and basil. Place the second half of the garlic bread on top.
• Slice into portions and serve immediately.