🥪 Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich
🕒 Prep Time: 15 min
🕒 Cook Time: 10–12 min
🍽️ Serves: 2 sandwiches
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
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1 small chicken breast (or 1 cup cooked shredded chicken)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 cup flour
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1 egg, beaten
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1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Italian-style or plain with seasoning)
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2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
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Olive oil, for pan-frying
For the Sandwich:
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4 slices of thick bread (sourdough or Italian work great)
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1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
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1 cup shredded mozzarella (or slices)
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2 tbsp butter (softened)
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Optional: fresh basil or extra Parmesan for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
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Slice chicken breast thin or pound to even thickness.
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Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Dredge chicken in flour → dip in beaten egg → coat in breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan.
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Heat olive oil in a pan and cook chicken until golden and cooked through (~3–4 minutes per side). Let rest, then slice or cut to fit your bread.
2. Assemble the Sandwich
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Spread butter on the outside of each bread slice.
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On the unbuttered side: layer mozzarella, chicken cutlet slices, a spoonful of marinara, more mozzarella, and top with the second slice of bread.
3. Grill the Sandwich
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Heat a skillet over medium heat.
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Place sandwiches buttered-side down and cook 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serving Suggestions
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Serve with warm marinara for dipping
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Add a side salad or crispy fries
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Garnish with chopped basil or more Parmesan
Would you like a spicy version, or one made with grilled chicken or air fryer chicken instead?