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Crunchy Chicken Romesco Sandwich: A Must-Try Delight!

A delicious and crispy sandwich featuring breaded chicken breasts, romesco sauce, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil divided
  • 1/2 cup romesco sauce
  • 4 slices of crusty bread such as ciabatta or sourdough
  • 1 cup arugula or spinach
  • 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup sliced red onion

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the flour in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, beat the egg. In a third shallow dish, place the breadcrumbs.
  4. Coat each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip into the beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and bake for an additional 10 minutes to ensure they are crispy.
  6. While the chicken is baking, toast the slices of bread in the same skillet until golden brown.
  7. Once the chicken is done, let it rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.
  8. To assemble the sandwiches, spread romesco sauce on one side of each slice of toasted bread. Layer with arugula, sliced tomatoes, red onion, and the crispy chicken strips. Top with the other slice of bread.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes to the romesco sauce.
  • Substitute grilled vegetables for the chicken for a delicious vegetarian option.

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