Here’s a decadent Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese Sandwich recipe—crispy chicken, melty cheese, marinara, all toasted between buttery bread.
🥪 Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese (Serves 2)
⏱ Time
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Prep: 15 minutes
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Cook: 15–20 minutes
Ingredients
For the Chicken
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1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, thinly sliced or pounded to ½-inch thick
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¼ cup flour
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1 egg, beaten
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½ cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
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¼ teaspoon salt
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¼ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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2 tablespoons olive oil (for pan-frying)
For the Sandwich
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4 slices of bread (Italian, sourdough, or sandwich bread)
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¼ cup marinara sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons butter, softened
Directions
1. Prepare the Chicken
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Set up a dredging station: flour → beaten egg → breadcrumbs.
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Coat chicken slices in flour, dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
2. Cook the Chicken
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Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Cook chicken 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
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Drain on paper towels.
3. Assemble the Sandwich
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Butter one side of each bread slice.
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On the unbuttered side, layer:
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A slice of chicken
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2–3 tablespoons marinara sauce
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Shredded mozzarella and Parmesan
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Top with second slice of bread, buttered side facing out.
4. Grill the Sandwich
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Heat skillet over medium heat.
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Cook sandwich 3–4 minutes per side until bread is golden and crispy, and cheese is melted.
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Press gently with a spatula for even grilling.
5. Serve
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Slice in half and serve immediately.
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Optional garnish: extra Parmesan or fresh basil.
Tips for Perfect Chicken Parmesan Grilled Cheese
✔ Use thin chicken slices so cheese melts fully
✔ Keep heat medium to avoid burning bread
✔ Use a lid on the pan for a minute to help cheese melt
✔ For extra crisp, broil briefly after grilling
Variations
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Spicy: Add red pepper flakes to marinara
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Cheesy: Add provolone or fontina along with mozzarella
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Mini sliders: Use small rolls for party-size portions
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Panko chicken: Mix panko with Parmesan for extra crunch