This Sweet Onion Chicken Teriyaki Sandwich features tender, seasoned chicken breast with banana peppers, black olives, and melted cheese on toasted Italian bread. It's a loaded sub that rivals fast-food versions with restaurant-quality results at home.
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In a mixing bowl, combine thinly sliced chicken breast with olive oil, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning. Mix until the chicken is evenly coated.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat with a little oil. Add the seasoned chicken and pan-fry until fully cooked and golden brown on both sides.
While the chicken cooks, prepare the bread. Place a loaf of Italian bread on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the top with a mixture of melted butter and chopped fresh parsley.
Sprinkle shredded Italian cheese blend over the herbed butter.
Place the bread in the oven on the broil setting until the cheese is melted and the top is golden brown and toasty. Keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes on a cutting board.
Slice the rested chicken into strips.
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and carefully slice it open lengthwise, like a sub roll.
Place slices of pepper jack cheese inside the warm bread to melt.
In a bowl, toss the sliced chicken with sweet onion teriyaki sauce.
Layer the saucy chicken onto the cheese inside the bread.
Add your desired toppings, such as shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, pickles, banana peppers, and black olives.
Drizzle mayonnaise, Italian dressing, and more sweet onion teriyaki sauce over the toppings. Season with a little more salt and pepper if desired.
Close the sandwich, slice in half, and serve immediately.
Store assembled sandwich wrapped in foil up to 2 hours at room temperature; store cooked chicken separately in an airtight container for up to 3 days refrigerated and reheat gently before reassembling.
Yes, cook and season the chicken up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator and reheat gently before assembling the sandwich.
Provolone, mozzarella, or American cheese melt well and complement the teriyaki flavors. Add it while the chicken is still warm so it melts.
Toast the Italian bread thoroughly and spread mayonnaise on both sides as a barrier before adding wet ingredients like the chicken and vegetables.
Yes, thighs work well and stay juicier during cooking. You may need to adjust cooking time slightly depending on thickness.
Cook thinly sliced chicken quickly over medium-high heat, 3-4 minutes per side, and avoid overcooking past an internal temperature of 165°F.
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