A Chicken Parm Grilled Cheese sounds like the perfect blend of comfort food! Here’s a recipe to make your own:
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of bread (your choice: sourdough, white, etc.)
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (or chicken tenders)
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (for breading, optional)
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional, for breading)
- Butter (for grilling)
- Olive oil (for cooking chicken)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and any other spices you like (garlic powder, onion powder, etc.).
- Heat a little olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook the chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked (internal temp should reach 165°F). Once cooked, slice the chicken into thin strips.
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Prepare the Bread:
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. These will be the outer sides that grill.
- If you want extra crunch, you can dip the bread in an egg wash and then coat it with breadcrumbs before buttering it, but this step is optional.
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Assemble the Sandwich:
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread a bit of marinara sauce.
- Layer with sliced chicken breast.
- Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Place the other slice of bread on top, buttered side facing out.
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Grill the Sandwich:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place the sandwich on the skillet and grill until golden brown and crispy on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- You can press it down slightly with a spatula to get a crispier crust if you like.
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Serve:
- Once golden and the cheese is melted, take the sandwich off the heat. Let it sit for a minute to avoid burns, then slice and enjoy!
This chicken parm grilled cheese is crispy, cheesy, and savory – a perfect comfort food mashup! You could also add a bit of fresh basil or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for extra flavor.