Chicken Parmesan grilled cheese sandwich

🥪 Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich (Mediterranean Style)

📖 Description

The Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a delicious fusion of two comfort food favorites—crispy chicken parmesan and gooey grilled cheese. Juicy chicken, rich marinara sauce, and melted cheeses are layered between golden toasted bread for a sandwich that’s crispy on the outside and irresistibly cheesy inside. It’s perfect for lunch, dinner, or a hearty snack.

🧾 Ingredients

For the chicken

2 small chicken breasts, thinly sliced
½ cup breadcrumbs
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp dried oregano
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten
2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)

For the sandwich

4 slices crusty bread or sourdough
½ cup marinara sauce
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tbsp butter (for grilling)
Extra grated Parmesan (optional)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare the chicken
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Dip in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan, garlic powder, and oregano.
Cook the chicken
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Assemble the sandwich
Spread butter on the outside of each bread slice. On the inside, layer mozzarella cheese, cooked chicken, marinara sauce, and more mozzarella.
Grill the sandwich
Place sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese melts.
Finish and serve
Sprinkle a little Parmesan on top if desired. Slice and serve hot.