Description

Craving Chicken Parmesan but don’t want the hassle? This Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese combines crispy chicken, marinara sauce, and melty cheese between golden, buttery bread—perfect for a quick lunch or dinner!

Ingredients

Scale

4 slices bread (sourdough or Italian work best)
2 tbsp butter, softened
½ cup marinara sauce
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp Italian seasoning
1 tbsp olive oil (if using pan-fried chicken)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prep the Bread

Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
Sprinkle a little garlic powder on the buttered side for extra flavor.

2️⃣ Assemble the Sandwich

On the unbuttered side of two bread slices, layer:
✅ Chicken
✅ Marinara sauce
✅ Mozzarella & Parmesan cheese
✅ Italian seasoning
Top with the second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.

3️⃣ Cook Until Golden & Melty

Heat a pan over medium heat.
Cook each sandwich for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing down gently until golden brown and crispy.
Flip and repeat until the cheese is melted.

4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

Slice in half and serve hot with extra marinara sauce for dipping.

Notes

✔️ Use pre-cooked chicken (rotisserie or frozen tenders) for a quicker meal.
✔️ Want extra crunch? Add a sprinkle of panko breadcrumbs inside for that crispy bite!
✔️ Spice it up with a dash of red pepper flakes in the marinara sauce.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes

Nutrition

Calories: 450 kcal
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 30g