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Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese: A Quick Delight!

A quick and delicious twist on classic chicken parmesan, this Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese combines tender chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese between crispy sourdough bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Sandwich
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices of sourdough bread
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/4 cup marinara sauce
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Place one slice of sourdough bread in the skillet. Top with half of the mozzarella cheese, then add the chicken mixture, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  4. Add the remaining mozzarella cheese on top, then place the second slice of bread over the top.
  5. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom slice is golden brown. Carefully flip the sandwich and add butter to the skillet.
  6. Cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add crushed red pepper flakes to the chicken mixture.
  • Substitute the sourdough bread with whole wheat or gluten-free bread for a different flavor and texture.

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