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Lazy Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese

A quick and easy twist on classic chicken parmesan, featuring gooey cheese and crispy bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: main, Snack
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
  • 1 cup marinara sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
Grilled Cheese Components
  • 8 slices bread your choice of bread
  • 4 tablespoons butter softened

Method
 

Prepare the Chicken Mixture
  1. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken and marinara sauce. Mix well.
  2. Stir in the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses until evenly distributed.
Assemble the Grilled Cheese
  1. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. On the unbuttered side of four slices, spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture.
  3. Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.
Cook the Grilled Cheese
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet.
  2. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
  3. Remove from skillet and let cool for a minute before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 2gSugar: 4g

Notes

Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.

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