Crispy Smashed Chicken Parm on Texas Toast
Crispy-edged ground chicken patties meet garlicky Texas toast for a rich, cheesy Chicken Parm twist. Each bite layers herby, peppery chicken with bright marinara and stretchy mozzarella over buttery toast. Serve Crispy Smashed Chicken Parm on Texas Toast for a quick weeknight dinner or a game-day crowd-pleaser.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
In a bowl, mix the ground chicken, salt, pepper, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and grated Parmesan. Spread the mixture in a thin layer over one side of each toast, making sure to cover the edges of the bread.
- 2
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons oil and place half of the toasts, chicken side down, in the hot skillet, gently pressing each with a spatula.
- 3
Cook without moving until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes.
- 4
Flip, reduce the heat to low, and top each toast with 1 tablespoon marinara sauce and 2 tablespoons mozzarella cheese.
- 5
Cover the skillet, turn off the heat, and let stand until the cheese is fully melted, about 2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining toasts.
- Calories 185.28 kcal Moderate
- Protein 18.21 g Good Source
- Carbs 2.46 g Moderate
- Total Fat 11.6 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 5.01 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 69.22 mg High
- Sodium 315.44 mg Moderate
- Fiber 0.32 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.72 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 173.39 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.78 mg Low Source
- Potassium 65.52 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 0.96 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 1.81 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.08 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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