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Chicken Focaccia Sandwich

I was driving up to the farm and called mama to see what she was up to… she goes, “I’m making focaccia.” 😍

I said, “I wish we had some chicken so you could make me a sandwich…”

She laughs and goes, “Bello, don’t worry… I have everything for you.” ❤️

And just like that, this beauty came together 🥪🔥 fresh focaccia, crispy chicken, and all the love you can taste in every bite.

Nothing better than a mom who already knows what you’re craving before you even get there.

#thatladyanna

Focaccia

Ingredients:
• 5 cups all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp dry yeast
• 1 tbsp salt
• 2 ½ cups warm water
• ¼ cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
• 3 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• Flaky salt

Instructions:
In a stand mixer, combine flour, yeast, salt, water, and olive oil (reserve rosemary). Mix for 6–8 minutes until a smooth dough forms. Transfer to an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 2 hours. Deflate and let rest for an additional hour.

Transfer dough to an oiled, floured pan. Stretch to fit and dimple the surface. Top with rosemary and a drizzle of olive oil. Rest for 20 minutes, then sprinkle with flaky salt.

Bake at 400°F (200°C) until golden brown. Cool slightly before slicing.

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Breaded Chicken

Ingredients:
• 4 large chicken breasts, sliced thin
• 2 eggs
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 4 sprigs parsley, finely chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 cups vegetable oil

Instructions:
Pound chicken to even thickness. Whisk eggs with parsley, salt, and pepper. Dredge chicken in egg mixture, then coat in breadcrumbs.

Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry cutlets for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

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Assembly

Slice focaccia in half and spread basil pesto on both sides. Layer with chicken cutlets, sliced tomatoes, arugula or spinach, and burrata. Finish with a drizzle of Calabrian chili. Close, slice, and serve.