Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese
Dive into the delicious fusion of chicken parmesan and grilled cheese with this Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese. This mouthwatering dish features tender shredded chicken coated in rich marinara sauce, layered with gooey mozzarella cheese, all nestled between buttery, crispy bread. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, it’s an easy recipe that delivers big flavor in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes per side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest.
- 2. Once cooled slightly, shred the chicken using two forks.
- 3. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with marinara sauce until well coated.
- 4. Butter one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side of half the slices, layer mozzarella cheese, a generous scoop of the chicken-marinara mix, and top with more mozzarella and another slice of bread.
- 5. Heat a skillet over medium-low heat. Place sandwiches buttered side down and grill for about 4-5 minutes until golden brown. Flip carefully and grill until cheese is melted and both sides are crispy.
- 6. Transfer to plates and drizzle with extra marinara sauce if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (180g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg