Description
This Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese is a quick and delicious twist on classic comfort food. Featuring shredded cooked chicken, marinara sauce, and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses all melted between buttered bread slices, this Italian-American inspired sandwich is perfect for an easy lunch or dinner. Ready in just 13 minutes, it combines the savory flavors of chicken parmesan with the crispy, gooey goodness of grilled cheese.
Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 4 slices of bread (your choice)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat skillet: Preheat a skillet over medium heat to ensure even cooking and browning of the sandwich.
- Prepare bread: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. If desired, sprinkle garlic powder and dried Italian herbs on the buttered sides for extra flavor.
- Assemble sandwiches: Place two slices of bread butter-side down onto the skillet. Evenly spread marinara sauce over each slice, then layer shredded chicken, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheese on top.
- Top sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of the fillings with the buttered side facing up.
- Cook first side: Cook the sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and crispy.
- Flip sandwiches: Carefully flip the sandwiches and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes until the other side is toasted and the cheese is melted.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let them cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- You can add fresh basil or a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
- For a crispier sandwich, press down gently with a spatula while cooking.
