Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich
A flavorful and satisfying sandwich that combines grilled chicken, crunchy garlic bread, and melted mozzarella cheese, perfect for quick weeknight meals.
Ingredients
For the sandwich
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 slices thick-cut garlic bread
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional) For garnish
- 1 tbsp butter (for grilling)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Cooking
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a small bowl.
- Butter one side of each slice of garlic bread and toast them in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown and crispy.
Assembly
- Spread the mayo-mustard mixture on the unbuttered side of each garlic bread slice.
- Layer the sliced chicken on one piece and top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Close the sandwich with the second slice, buttered side up, and grill for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serving
- Slice the sandwich in half, sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.
Notes
Consider marinating the chicken for deeper flavors and experimenting with different cheese types for additional tastes.