Dairy-Free Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Dairy-Free Chicken Parmesan Sandwich recipe—a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Juicy chicken cutlets are breaded with a crispy panko and nutritional yeast coating, pan-fried to golden perfection, and smothered in marinara sauce and gooey dairy-free mozzarella cheese. Nestled inside toasted sub rolls and topped with fragrant fresh basil, this sandwich delivers all the rich, cheesy flavor of traditional chicken parmesan without the dairy. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an elevated lunch, this dish is ready in under an hour and will satisfy cravings for a hearty, family-friendly meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 large Egg
• 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Nutritional yeast
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 4 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 1 cup Dairy-free mozzarella cheese
• 2 large Sub sandwich rolls
• 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create four thin cutlets. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 3

Place the flour in a shallow dish. In another dish, whisk together the almond milk and egg. In a third dish, mix the panko breadcrumbs, nutritional yeast, oregano, and basil.

Step 4

Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the almond milk mixture, letting the excess drip off. Finally, coat it in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.

Step 5

In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add two breaded chicken pieces and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and crispy. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining olive oil and chicken.

Step 6

Spread 1/4 cup of marinara sauce over each piece of chicken. Sprinkle with dairy-free mozzarella cheese evenly over the top of each piece.

Step 7

Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Meanwhile, slice the sandwich rolls and lightly toast them in the oven or on a skillet.

Step 9

Place one piece of chicken on the bottom half of each roll. Top with fresh basil leaves, then cover with the top half of the roll.

Step 10

Serve immediately, enjoying your crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside Dairy-Free Chicken Parmesan Sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1415.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2806.6

Total Fat 131.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 515.3mg	0%
Sodium 4640.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 199.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.3g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 158.4g	0%

Vitamin D 123.1IU	0%
Calcium 1780.4mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 1468.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.3%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 30.5%