Scrumptious Crispy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich Recipe - The Pass and Provisions

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (sliced in half to make 4 thin pieces)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup shredded cheddar or provolone cheese
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for toasting)
• 4 slices thick-cut Italian or French bread (or sub rolls)
• 4 tbsps unsalted butter, melted
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp dried parsley
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ¼ cup marinara sauce (optional, for a pizza-style twist)
• ½ cup crispy bacon bits (optional, for extra flavor)
• 2 tbsps chopped fresh basil or parsley (for garnish)