Name: Godmother Sandwich
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H55M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT1H15M0.000S
Yield: 4 sandwiches
Ingredients: 2 cups panko breadcrumbs; 1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons dried parsley; 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; 3 eggs, beaten; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper; Vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, butterflied and halved; 1/2 yellow onion, chopped; Olive oil, for cooking; 1/4 cup diced cooked bacon; 1/4 cup diced ham; 1 ounce vodka, optional; 3 cups marinara (homemade or your favorite jar); 1/2 cup heavy cream; 1/2 cup grated Pecorino-Romano; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 sticks unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 4 to 6 cloves garlic, chopped; 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 cup grated Pecorino-Romano; 2 teaspoons dried oregano

Directions

Special equipment:

a deep-fryer or deep-fry thermometer

For the seasoned breadcrumbs: Combine the breadcrumbs, Pecorino-Romano, salt, pepper, parsley and granulated garlic in a bowl.
For the seasoned flour: In a bowl, combine the flour, salt and pepper.
For the seasoned egg: Beat the eggs in a bowl with the parsley, salt and pepper.
For the chicken: Bring the vegetable oil to 350 degrees F in a skillet or frying pan fitted with a deep-fry thermometer. Meanwhile, dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour, then seasoned egg and finally seasoned breadcrumbs. Fry until cooked, about 4 minutes per side.
For the vodka sauce: In a pan over medium-low heat, sauté the onions in olive oil until golden; add the bacon and ham. Add the vodka, if using, and allow to evaporate. Add the marinara and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the cream, Pecorino Romano and parsley.
For the garlic spread: In a frying pan, melt the butter; set aside.
In a sauté pan over medium-low heat, add the olive oil; cook the garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the parsley, then remove from the heat. Transfer to a large bowl; combine with the melted butter. Stir in the grated Pecorino-Romano, oregano, salt and pepper.
For assembly: Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F.
Place the chicken on a baking sheet. Top each piece with about 2 tablespoons vodka sauce and 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella. Bake until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Split the rolls and spread with the garlic spread. Toast in the oven 3 to 5 minutes. Top the rolls with the chicken. Serve with a side of more vodka sauce.