Spicy Vodka Chicken Parm Sandwich Recipe (with Video)

Preparation of Chicken
1. Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
2. Butterfly cut the chicken breasts, pat dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper on both sides.
3. Set up a breading station: In one bowl, place the flour.
4. In another dish, place the beaten eggs.
5. In a third dish, add bread crumbs.
6. Coat each chicken breast with flour, dip into beaten eggs, and then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
7. Place the breaded chicken in the air fryer without overcrowding.
8. Cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is golden and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Sauce Preparation
1. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add diced shallots and red pepper; sauté until it becomes fragrant.
3. Then, add tomato paste and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes.
4. Deglaze the pan with vodka and scrape off the bottom using a wooden spoon.
5. Continue cooking for 2 more minutes to allow for the alcohol to evaporate.
6. Pour in the heavy cream and add salt and black pepper to taste.
7. Stir until combined and lower the temperature to simmer for 10 minutes.
8. Set aside.
Assembling the Sandwich
1. Set oven to broil.
2. Slice and lightly toast the bread.
3. Add vodka sauce to one of the slices and place a chicken cutlet on top.
4. Add more sauce followed by a generous amount of mozzarella and parmesan topped with basil.
5. Broil for 3 minutes or until the cheese melts and begins to form a crust.
6. Close the sandwich and enjoy.