It’s finally football season and I have a little confession….I’m not a big football fan. But that doesn’t mean I’ll ever turn down a good tailgating party because….HELLO….the food! Don’t you agree that the food is the best part of football season? And it gives you a chance to chow down on things you wouldn’t usually eat on a normal day….like a fully loaded Italian Chicken Cutlet Sandwich. This thing is pretty epic as far as sandwiches go, packed full of so much flavor it’s literally bursting out the seams!
I’m a huge cheerleader for BIG sandwiches! And not just a big sandwich for one….I like to make one GIANT sandwich to serve at tailgates and fall parties because it’s so much EASIER to serve than making a bunch of tiny sandwiches. This Italian Chicken Cutlet Sandwich recipe starts with a large, looooong ciabatta roll. You can use whatever long roll you’d like but this one was almost two feet in length.
Then, I mixed together a bit of store bought pesto with mayonnaise to create a spread that you’re going to want to put on everything. Spread ALL of it on both sides of the roll then let the sandwich building begin. Top the spread with a layer of provolone cheese, I like mine sharp but you can use mild or a little of both to make all your guests happy. Arrange your crispy chicken cutlets on top of the cheese, then top with roasted red peppers and sautéed broccoli rabe.
Top your sandwich with it’s lid and slice into single serve sizes…..how big or how small is totally up to you but I always keep them about 2 to 3 inches wide and then one that’s twice that size just for myself. Because I need a reward for all my hard work…right? Here are a few more EPIC Sandwich recipes you may enjoy:
Shrimp Po Boy from Recipe Girl Pressed Italian Picnic Sandwich from The Suburban Soapbox French Dip Sliders from Chelsea’s Messy Apron
