Description
This Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort food mash-up, combining the crispy, cheesy goodness of a grilled cheese sandwich with the savory flavors of chicken parmesan. With tender chicken, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella, all sandwiched between crispy toasted bread, it’s an easy and satisfying twist on the classic Italian dish.
Ingredients
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2 slices of bread (your choice, preferably thick-cut)
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1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and sliced thin
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1/2 cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon butter (for toasting)
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1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
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Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Heat a skillet over medium heat and butter one side of each slice of bread.
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Place one slice of bread, butter side down, on the skillet.
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Spread 2 tablespoons of marinara sauce on top of the bread. Add the cooked, sliced chicken breast evenly over the sauce.
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Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan over the chicken. Add a pinch of dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Place the second slice of bread on top, butter side up.
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Grill the sandwich for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
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Remove from the skillet and let cool for a minute before slicing. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
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Feel free to use pre-cooked or leftover chicken to make this even quicker and easier.
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For extra flavor, add some fresh basil or a drizzle of olive oil after grilling.
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You can make this dish with store-bought grilled chicken tenders to save even more time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Sandwich, Comfort Food
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian