Description
This Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese recipe merges the savory richness of Chicken Parmesan with the gooey delight of grilled cheese sandwiches. Perfect for a satisfying meal any day of the week, this sandwich is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices Italian bread
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a clean surface.
- Divide the cooked chicken evenly between the two slices of bread, then spoon marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
- Add garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Top each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up.
- Cook the sandwiches in the preheated skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from skillet, slice if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- Add spinach or arugula for a fresh twist, or try different cheeses like provolone for a new flavor profile.
- Cooking tips: Ensure the skillet is at medium heat to avoid burning the bread while fully melting the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 120mg