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Italian Chicken Cutlet Sandwich with Broccoli Rabe and Provolone

Italian Chicken Cutlet Sandwich with Broccoli Rabe and Provolone

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  • This recipe was entered in the contest for Your Best Broccoli/Broccoli Rabe Dish
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    Food Blogga's Notes: Everyone has a favorite chicken sandwich. Mine is an Italian-American favorite -- breaded chicken cutlets are pan-fried until crisp and golden then smothered with garlicky broccoli rabe and...

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Makes 4 sandwiches

Broccoli Rabe:

1 medium bunch broccoli rabe, stems removed Ask a question about this ingredient

1 tablespoon oilve oil Ask a question about this ingredient

2 small garlic cloves, thinly sliced Ask a question about this ingredient

¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Ask a question about this ingredient

1/2 teaspoon salt Ask a question about this ingredient

4 torpedo rolls or ciabatta rolls Ask a question about this ingredient

4 slices sharp provolone cheese Ask a question about this ingredient

  1. In a wide, shallow bowl, whisk eggs, milk, crushed red pepper, and salt.

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  2. Place flour in a separate wide, shallow bowl. Do the same with the breadcrumbs.

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  3. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 3 tablespoons olive oil.

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  4. Dip one chicken cutlet at a time in the flour, then in the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip into the bowl. Dredge in the bread crumbs, ensuring that the entire cutlet is evenly coated. Add to the skillet, and cook 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and crisp. Place on a paper-towel lined dish. Repeat with remaining cutlets.

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  5. Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Boil broccoli rabe for 2 minutes; drain and plunge into a bowl of ice water. “Shocking” the rabe will maintain its vivid green color.

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  6. In a large skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and garlic. Sauté until garlic starts to turn golden. Add broccoli rabe, crushed red pepper, and salt. Sauté 1-2 minutes more until just tender.

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  7. Place one split roll on a clean work surface. Place chicken cutlet on the bottom half of the roll. Top with ¼ of the broccoli rabe and 2 slices of cheese. Place under a broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese melts. Serve immediately.

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5 Comments on Italian Chicken Cutlet Sandwich with Broccoli Rabe and Provolone

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This was delicious!!

Susan_headshot Reply

Thanks, ladies! It's a family favorite in my house, so I hope it becomes one in yours as well.

New_years_kitchen_hlc_only Reply

I bet arugula would be nice on this, too!

Dsc_0382 Reply

Yum. My family will love this one!

New_years_kitchen_hlc_only Reply

Mmmm, yum! This is so tasty looking. I'm definitely going to make this!

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