Chicken Scallopini Sandwich – A delicious lightly seasoned meat-free chick’n scallopini patty on Parmesan toasted wheat bun with fresh arugula and lemon aioli. This is one meatless Monday option that will leave you happy and satisfied.
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Delicious and easy to make plant-based Chicken Scallopini Sandwich that’ll help bring seasonal spring produce home! Fresh produce season has arrived!
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Scallopini
Well, what is scallopini?
It’s an Italian dish that comes in many forms. It consists of thinly sliced meat or meat-less protein, that’s dredged in spices and lightly sauced.
Scalloppini al limone or piccata, is with a caper and lemon sauce. So, my sandwich could also be called a chicken piccata sandwich. Just toss a few capers on top.
Photo above: the Parmesan toasted buns.
I wanted you to be able to see how delicious these are!
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Gardein
I love Gardein foods. We always have them in our freezer for a quick and delicious meal.
The meatless meatballs are great as a casserole, or can be added to any pasta dish.
I shared a recipe for Grilled Teriyaki Chickn Skewers using their yummy teriyaki chickn strips before.
And the 7 Grain Tenders make a perfect taco filling.
What’s the variety like?
I love the variety that Gardein offers. Check out their website for more detailed info!
They sent me some amazing foods:
- 7 Grain Tenders
- Classic Meatless Meatballs
- Beefless Ground
- Chick’n Scallopini
- Crispy Chick’n Mandarin Orange
- Crabless Cakes
Seasonal produce guide
I love fresh produce! And I found this seasonal produce guide very interesting, and helpful. These are the kinds of things I would look for at the Farmer’s Markets right now.
Want to make it vegan?
Simply use vegan butter and vegan Parmesan for the buns. And use veganise for the aioli.
Kitchen tools you may need for this recipe
Non stick pan (This is the one I use and love!)
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Chicken Scallopini Sandwich Recipe
Chicken Scallopini Sandwich with lemon aioli
Ingredients
Parmesan toasted buns:
- 2 whole wheat buns
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
Lemon aioli:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
scallopini:
- 2 Gardein chick’n scallopini
handful arugula
Instructions
Make Parmesan toasted buns:
- Spread butter on the inside of each side of the bun. Sprinkle the Parmesan over the butter, adding more if desired. Place buns in a large skillet Parmesan side down, and cook over medium heat until Parmesan has browned and is crispy. Place toasted buns on plates.
Make lemon aioli:
- Mix mayo, lemon juice, and lemon zest together in a small bowl until it’s smooth. Set aside.
Make chicken scallopini:
- Sauté Gardein chick’n scallopini from frozen in a non-stick pan over medium heat for 1 minute each side. Add 3 tablespoons of water, cover, and cook for 2 minutes. Uncover, turn, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes. Internal temperature should be 165 ° F. Let rest for 1 minute before serving. Do not overcook – it’s not meat.
Assemble sandwiches:
- Place a handful of arugula on the bun, and top with chick’n scallopini. Drizzle lemon aioli over the top.
This looks like the best sandwich ever! I LOVE aoli. Anytime I see something with aoli on the menu, I always order it. I am going to look for the Gardein products next time I go grocery shopping!
Love how a toasted bun lifts up a sandwich, as will an easy lemon aioli. Sounds wonderful!
just bought some of Gardein’s black bean burger patties, we love those! Now I definitely need to try this new option! Love an easy meaty (meatloess!) sandwich – your recipe looks delicious!