Description
Savor Spain’s culinary magic with this crunchy chicken romesco sandwich, blending smoky roasted peppers and nutty romesco sauce between perfectly toasted bread. Crisp textures and bold Mediterranean flavors invite you to experience a delightful lunch that transports senses beyond ordinary sandwiches.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Breading and Seasoning:
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Sandwich Components:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Romesco sauce
- 4 slices bread
- Lettuce
- Tomato
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 400F (200C) for optimal crispiness of the chicken.
- Create a savory coating by blending panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- Thoroughly dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Arrange the coated chicken breasts on a baking sheet, positioning them to allow uniform heat circulation.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the chicken reaches a golden-brown exterior and is fully cooked through.
- While the chicken bakes, whisk together mayonnaise and Romesco sauce in a small mixing bowl until well combined.
- Carefully toast bread slices until they achieve a crisp, golden-brown color and slight crunch.
- Generously spread the Romesco mayonnaise across each toasted bread slice, creating a flavorful base.
- Gently place the crispy baked chicken breast onto one slice of the prepared bread.
- Layer fresh lettuce and ripe tomato slices atop the chicken for added texture and freshness.
- Crown the sandwich with the remaining toasted bread slice and slice diagonally for an appealing presentation.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crispiness and enjoy the robust flavors of this gourmet sandwich.
Notes
- Choose skinless chicken breasts with even thickness to ensure uniform cooking and crispy coating.
- For gluten-free variation, swap panko breadcrumbs with almond meal or gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- Add extra flavor by mixing fresh herbs like parsley or basil into the breadcrumb coating.
- Pat chicken dry before coating to help breadcrumbs adhere better and create a crunchier texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 700 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg