Description
Cheesy comfort meets Italian-American fusion in this lazy chicken parmesan grilled cheese, blending crispy chicken, melted mozzarella, and marinara sauce between golden-brown bread. Quick weeknight dinners get an elevated twist with this indulgent sandwich that promises maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 frozen breaded chicken patties
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Bread and Garnish:
- 4 slices Italian bread
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) garlic butter
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) shredded parmesan cheese
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1 cup (240 ml) marinara sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) dried basil
- 1 pinch garlic salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F (200C) and bake chicken patties for 20 minutes until crisp and golden, then slice each patty lengthwise into halves.
- Combine marinara sauce with fresh basil and garlic salt in a microwave-safe bowl, heating for 30-60 seconds until warm and fragrant.
- Generously coat one side of each Italian bread slice with garlic butter, ensuring even coverage.
- Place a skillet over medium heat and position one bread slice butter-side down to create a crispy foundation.
- Layer the sandwich with provolone cheese, marinara sauce, chicken patty halves, additional marinara sauce, and another provolone cheese slice, then top with the second bread slice butter-side up.
- Grill the sandwich for 2-3 minutes on each side, monitoring heat to achieve a golden-brown exterior and perfectly melted cheese.
- Plate the grilled sandwich with a side of extra marinara sauce, then sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the top for added flavor complexity.
Notes
- Choose chicken patties with crispy breading for maximum texture and flavor enhancement.
- Opt for high-quality provolone and Parmesan cheese to elevate the overall taste profile.
- Try different bread types like sourdough or ciabatta for varied crunch and richness.
- Use fresh basil instead of dried for brighter, more vibrant herb notes in the marinara sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 870 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 2100 mg
- Fat: 55 g
- Saturated Fat: 25 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27 g
- Trans Fat: 1.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 54 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg