Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese. This easy-to-make sandwich combines the flavors of chicken Parmesan with the gooey goodness of a grilled cheese, creating a satisfying meal that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread:
- 2 slices of sourdough or Italian bread
- 1 tablespoon softened butter
Filling:
- 1/2 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Butter the bread: Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Assemble the sandwich: On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Top with the second slice, buttered side out.
- Cook the sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the sandwich for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted. Slice and serve.
Notes
- You can use any type of cooked chicken for this recipe, including grilled or breaded.
- Try adding fresh basil for extra flavor or swap mozzarella for provolone for a different twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
