Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Recipe
The Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese recipe is a quick and delicious twist on the classic chicken parmesan, perfect for busy weeknights. Combining crispy grilled bread with tender chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey melted mozzarella, this recipe delivers comfort food in every bite. Ready in minutes with simple ingredients, it's the ultimate time-saving meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Sandwich, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American-Italian Fusion
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of bread (preferably sourdough or Italian)
- 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice, and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place one slice of bread buttered side down on the skillet.
- Add half the mozzarella, followed by the shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and parmesan cheese. Top with remaining mozzarella.
- Place the second bread slice on top, buttered side up.
- Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden and crispy, and the cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1200mg