By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 11, 2026
Serves 4
390 cal · 40 min
Chicken Parmesan Sub Skewers
Recipe GLPRa62e6c236f1e6d
Tender chicken cubes coated in marinara and parmesan, wrapped with soft breadstick dough and grilled or baked until golden. Topped with melted mozzarella for a delicious fusion of classic chicken parmesan and sub sandwich flavors.
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Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups marinara sauce
¼ cup shredded parmesan cheese
1 tube pillsbury breadstick dough
shredded mozzarella cheese for topping
8 wooden or metal skewers
Directions
If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for 30 minutes. Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes.
Place the chicken cubes in a large bowl or ziplock bag with the marinara sauce. Toss until all pieces are evenly coated.
Pour the shredded parmesan cheese into a medium bowl. Remove each marinara-coated chicken piece and dredge thoroughly in the parmesan, ensuring complete coverage. Set aside on a plate.
Unroll the breadstick dough and separate into individual breadsticks. Thread one breadstick onto a skewer starting at one end, then add a piece of parmesan-coated chicken. Wrap the breadstick around the chicken and thread it back onto the skewer. Repeat with another chicken piece, alternating breadstick and chicken until the breadstick is used (approximately 3 chicken pieces per skewer). Repeat with remaining breadsticks and skewers.
For grilling: Heat grill to medium-high heat. Grill skewers for 10 minutes per side, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. For oven baking: Preheat oven to 400°F and bake on a lined baking sheet for 18-20 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Remove skewers from heat and immediately sprinkle generously with shredded mozzarella cheese. Allow cheese to melt for 1-2 minutes before serving.
Comments
Chicken Parmesan Sub Skewers checks every box for Charlotte weeknight cooking: chicken breast and mozzarella are supermarket staples at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Kroger, and Walmart; jarred marinara runs $1.50–$2.00 and breadstick dough (Pillsbury or store brand) costs under $2. Budget 55 minutes in reality—the stated 40 minutes ignores pounding chicken, assembling skewers, and a proper bake—but the hands-on work is light and front-loaded, making it genuine weeknight-friendly. These reheat well in a low oven and feed a family of four without fuss or constant attention. The only caveat is that breadstick dough quality varies by store, and you'll want to brush with extra marinara and cheese before baking to prevent drying.
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