Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese! This delightful sandwich combines tender, shredded chicken, gooey mozzarella, and zesty marinara sauce, all nestled between crispy slices of your favorite bread. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your family’s tastes. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a warm, melty grilled cheese experience that evokes nostalgic flavors with a modern twist. Whether you’re serving it with a side salad or sweet potato fries, it’s bound to become a new family favorite. Let’s dive into this delicious recipe!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough or preferred type)
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or sliced)
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese (or 1 cup shredded)
- 1/4 cup marinara sauce
- 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients to streamline cooking.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer shredded chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and grated parmesan. Top with another slice of bread (buttered side up).
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and grill the sandwich for about 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Slice in half and serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg