The Perfect Grab & Go Meal
INGREDIENTS
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2 chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise and pounded to 1/2-inch thick pieces
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1/2 cup flour
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2 eggs, whisked
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1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
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1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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2 cups Botticelli Marinara Pasta Sauce + extra for dipping (optional)
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8 (ounce) log of mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/2-inch thick slices
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Baguette or ciabatta rolls
PREPARATION
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Set up an assembly line: combine flour in a medium-sized bowl. Whisk eggs in a separate bowl and add breadcrumbs to their own bowl with the Parmesan and spices.
Dip a piece of chicken in the flour mixture until it is coated on all sides, then dip the chicken in the egg bowl, again coating on all sides. Finally, dip the piece of chicken in the breadcrumbs and press down until it is fully coated. Transfer the chicken to a plate, then repeat the process with the remaining pieces of chicken.
Place the chicken on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spray lightly with olive oil cooking spray.
Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven, top each piece with about 1/4 cup of Botticelli Foods Marinara and 1-2 slices of mozzarella.
Bake the chicken for another 5 minutes, then broil for 1-2 minutes. Be sure to check on the cheese so it doesn't burn.
Toast the bread and add 1/4 cup of sauce to the bottom of each baguette or roll. Place a piece of chicken on each roll, top with the top bun and serve.