A chicken meatball sandwich is a flavourful and a satisfying dish which can be made with tender chicken meatballs, a rich and tangy tomato based sauce, fresh herbs and a plenty of gooey cheese. Which is all packed between the crispy bread slices.
This sandwich offers a perfect blend of soft, cheesy and crunchy texture in every bite. This is ideal for lunch, dinner or even as a filling snacks. This dish combines comfort food vibes with irresistible street style flavours.
Chicken Meatball Sandwich
When i made my spaghetti and meatball recipe, I reserved some sauce to make sandwiches the next day. I loved it so much, that I wanted to post it as a separate recipe. You can know my love for sandwiches never stop and my sandwich list in my recipe index is getting bigger and longer.
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I have no ideas how to sandwich will turn out when i made it, but once i finished making it and took a bite, I was stunned. Because it was so good. I added some fried eggs and cheese in the sandwich and it made it so delicious.
About Meatball Sandwich
The chicken meatball sandwich recipe is a popular fusion snacks that brings together the best of Italian inspired flavours and classic sandwich comfort. This dish is perfect for satisfying hunger at any time of the day.
This recipe is easy to customise with our choice of bread or additional toppings. This homemade sandwich is a versatile option for family meals , picnics or party menus. This dish is packed with flavour, texture and nutrition.
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Why this recipe work?
- This sandwich has a perfect flavour balance. It combines savory chicken, tangy sauce and mild cheese for a awesome taste.
- Chicken meatball sandwich is great for any occasion. It works equally well for casual family dinners, lunchboxes and party snacks.
- This recipe is easy to prepare ahead. Meatballs and sauce can be made in advance for quick assembly later.
Why I love this recipe - This recipe pairs well with everything. It works well with fries, salad or even soup on the side. This dish is always a mood lifter one. The combination of cheese, bread and chicken never fails to make me happy. This dish is a great way to enjoy chicken differently. This is a great twist from regular curries or stir fries.
Ingredients
For meatballs: Minced chicken absorbs flavours and forms the base of the meatballs. Spices like chilli and pepper as seasoning. I also add coriander leaves, chillies, parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs and Italian seasoning to make meat ball.
Tomato Sauce: tomatoes forms the tangy base of the sauce. For flavouring add in garlic, onion, green chillies, oregano, basil, ketchup, chilli, pepper, salt, sugar and coriander leaves.
For Sandwich: White bread slices main ingredient of the sandwich. I also add cheese, herbs and butter.
Hacks
- Toast bread before assembling. It keeps the bread crisp even after adding sauce.
- Add cheese inside the meatballs. It creates a gooey surprise in eveybite.
- Use a sandwich press. It ensures even toasting and melts the cheese perfectly.
- Mix breadcrumbs with milk. It makes meatballs softer and juicer.
- Make sauce in bulk. Store it in fridge or freezer for quick sandwichs later.
- Add a layer or lettuce or spinach. This brings freshness and crunchy to balance the richness.
Chicken Meatball Sandwich (Step by Step Pictures)
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| Take all your ingredients |
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| Start by grating ½ cup of parmesan cheese..Hubby got this for me from russia, you can use cheddar cheese or amul cheese cube if you dont have parmesan |
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| So flavourful.. |
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| Take minced chicken in a bowl, u can use any ground meat as you like |
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| add in some chilli powder and pepper powder |
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| crumble some bread |
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| add in salt |
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| now for some freshness, add in chillies and coriander leaves |
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| Now add a good amount of italian seasoning |
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| add in the cheese |
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| mix well |
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| shape it into small balls |
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| all done |
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| heat olive oil in a pan |
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| drop meatballs in |
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| fry on all sides till you get nice golden colour |
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| remove to a plate |
For Tomato Sauce
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| now chop up some tomatoes, you can use a can of tomato puree |
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| take it in a blender |
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| Make it into a smooth puree |
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| Now in the oil which u fried the meatball, add more if needed |
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| drop in a good amount of finely chopped garlic |
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| add in some chopped onion, i used white onions.. |
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| saute till translucent |
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| add in little salt and sugar |
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| saute till it starts to get little golden |
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| add in the tomato puree...I left the tomatoes puree little chunky |
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| add in chilli and pepper powder |
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| in goes some tomato ketchup |
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| mix well..now cook this down till oil separates |
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| the colour will get deeper as you cook the tomatoes |
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| now pour water.. |
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| and take your herbs..i used basil and oregano..This gives nice aroma |
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| add them in |
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| mix well |
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| add in mearballs |
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| mix well..cook this for 15 mins |
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| i like my sauce to be thicker |
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| add in some chopped coriander leaves |
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| mix well. sauce done |
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| Take your sandwich ingredients |
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| Drizzle some oil in a tawa |
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| crack open couple of eggs |
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| you have to cook it on both sides |
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| Now take couple of bread slices |
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| place the fried egg over the bread |
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| top with lots of mozarella cheese |
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| and some chopped coriander leaves |
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| top with the meatball mix |
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| cover with another slice of bread |
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| now put this in tawa, dont forget the put some butter on the tawa |
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| cook on both sides till golden |
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| done |
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| enjoy |
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Meatball Sandwich Recipe
Equipment
- Cooking pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
For Meatballs
- 250 grams Minced Chicken - 250 grams
- ½ teaspoon Red Chilli powder
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Powder
- 2 tablespoon Coriander Leaves finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Green Chilli finely chopped
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 2 tablespoon Bread Crumbs
- 1 teaspoon Salt or to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 2 tablespoon Oil
For Sauce
- 5 large Tomato chopped & Pureed
- 2 tablespoon Garlic peeled, finely chopped
- 1 medium Onions peeled, chopped finely
- 1 no Green Chilli finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon Dried Basil
- 3 tablespoon Tomato ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Red Chilli Powder
- ½ teaspoon Black Pepper Powder
- Water as needed
- Salt to taste
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 2 tablespoon Coriander leaves finely chopped
For Sandwich
- 10 slices White Bread
- 5 large Eggs
- 1¼ cup Mozzarella Cheese
- 5 tablespoon Coriander Leaves chopped finely
- 5 tablespoon Butter
- 5 teaspoon Oil to fry eggs
Instructions
- Start by mixing all the ingredients for meatballs. Shape into a balls. Heat oil in a pan, drop meatballs in and fry till it gets nice colour. Drain and set aside.
- In the same oil, add in garlic, onion and chilli. Saute for a min. Add in salt and sugar and cook till it gets golden. Add in tomato puree, chilli and pepper powder. Cook till the sauce is reduced. Now add in water, oregano, basil and mix well.
- Drop meatballs in and cook on a low heat for 15 mins. Add coriander leaves and mix well. Sauce done.
- Drizzle oil in a pan and fry couple of eggs.
- Now take a bread slice, top with egg, cheese, coriander leaves, meat ball and cover with another slice of bread. Toast this in a buttered tawa till golden on both sides.
- Serve hot.
Nutrition
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Expert tips
- Keep meatballs uniform in size. This ensures even cooking and prevents some from drying out.
- Don't over mix the meat. It can make the meatballs dense instead of tender.
- Simmer the sauce gently. Low heat helps flavours develop without burning the tomatoes.
- Drain excess oil. It prevents the sandwich from becoming greasy.
- Use freshly grated cheese. It melts better and has a richer taste than pre shredded varieties.
- Toast bread on medium heat. It avoids burning while allowing the cheese to melt fully.
Variations
Chicken club sandwich: This is a classic triple layer sandwich which is made with grilled or roasted chicken, lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise. It offers a mix of fresh crunch and savory flavour.
Grilled chicken supreme sandwich: In this recipe marinated grilled chicken breast is paired with fresh veggies, cheese and flavourful sauce for a hearty smoky bite.
White sauce chicken sandwich: It is Creamy and rich in flavour. It is made with shredded chicken coated in a smooth white sauce. It is often combined with herbs and serves between soft bread slices
Chicken salami sandwich: This is a quick and savory sandwich . Which is made with slices of chicken salami layered with cheese, veggies and sauces for a desi style taste.
Hawaiian chicken sandwich: It is a sweet and savory sandwich. Which is made with grilled chicken pineapple slices , cheese and tangy sauce. It brings tropical flavours to every bite.
FAQ
Q: Can I use store bought meatballs?
Yes. Pre made chicken meatballs can be used to save time.
Q: What type of bread works best?
White sandwich bread is a classic one. But whole wheat bread also works well.
Q: Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes. You can prepare the meatballs and sauce in advance.Then assemble and toast the bread just before serving.
Q: What cheese can I use instead of mozzarella?
Use cheddar, gouda . These are good alternatives.
Q: How can I make this healthier?
Use whole wheat bread instead of white bread. Use low fat cheese and use grilled meatballs instead of fried one.
Anonymous
you have lots of patience to do this..but output is awesome..
shiga s
Wow... yummy sandwich.. ll try it soon...
Anonymous
The receipe looked so good so went home and tried the receipe with pasta. It was a total hit with my daughter and she called it a 'killer'. Thanks - great receipes.... keep it coming.
anil
Can we use this meatball recipe for something else other than a sandwich?
Aarthi
@anilyes u can use it as pasta sauce