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Crispy chicken Alfredo sandwich

This crispy chicken alfredo sandwich takes weeknight effort and delivers weekend energy.

Prep36 min
Cook25 min
Total1 h 01
Serves4

Ingredients

  • For the chicken — 1 lb boneless chicken breast, halved lengthwise and pounded to an even thickness.
  • For the chicken — Salt to taste
  • For the chicken — 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • For the chicken — 1 tsp garlic powder
  • For the chicken — 1/2 tsp black pepper powder
  • For the dry batter — 1 cup all purpose flour
  • For the dry batter — 2 tbsp corn starch
  • For the dry batter — Salt to taste
  • For the dry batter — 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • For the dry batter — 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • For the dry batter — 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • For the egg wash — 2 eggs
  • For the egg wash — 1/4 cup water
  • For the breadcrumbs mixture — 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • For the breadcrumbs mixture — 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • For the Alfredo sauce — 1 tbsp fresh garlic, minced
  • For the Alfredo sauce — 2 tbsp butter
  • For the Alfredo sauce — 1 1/2 cups unsweetened heavy whipping cream
  • For the Alfredo sauce — 1 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese (add more Parmesan for a thicker consistency, adjust accordingly)
  • For the Alfredo sauce — Salt to taste
  • For the Alfredo sauce — 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • For the Alfredo sauce — 1 tsp parsley, chopped
  • For the garlic butter — 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • For the garlic butter — 1 tsp fresh garlic, chopped
  • For the garlic butter — 1 tsp parsley
  • For the garlic butter — Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Pat the breast fillet dry. Sprinkle salt, pepper, paprika powder, and garlic powder evenly on both sides.
  2. Make the dry batter: In a bowl, add all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, smoked paprika powder and garlic powder. Mix well and set aside.
  3. Make egg wash by whisking together eggs and water in a bowl.
  4. In another bowl combine breadcrumbs and parsley.
  5. Coat the chicken in the dry batter, then dip it in the egg wash. Finally, coat the chicken in the breadcrumb until it’s fully coated. Repeat with the remaining chicken cutlets. Rest the chicken for 10 min before frying.
  6. Heat oil to 350°F. Fry the chicken in batches for 3-4 min per side or until it reaches 165°F internal temp.
  7. Make Alfredo sauce: In a pan Heat butter until melted, sauté minced garlic for 30 sec until fragrant.
  8. Add cream and salt and pepper.
  9. Cook on medium heat until it starts to thicken. add in the Parmesan cheese and parsley.
  10. Cook until the sauce thickens on medium low heat.
  11. Make the garlic butter by mixing soften butter with garlic and parsley mixed to combine
  12. Slice the bread loaf and spread garlic butter on both sides. Bake at 400F for 5-8 min, or until the bread is crispy.
  13. Assemble the sandwich and serve warm .
Tip: Let the meat rest a few minutes before slicing; it keeps the juices where they belong.
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