Description
Indulge in a crispy, golden-brown sandwich brimming with gooey cheese and tender chicken, infused with aromatic garlic. This Cheesy Chicken Garlic Sandwich is not just a meal; it’s a comforting experience that evokes cherished memories of family gatherings. Perfect for busy weeknights, this quick and easy recipe is guaranteed to delight everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 cups shredded cheese blend (mozzarella and cheddar)
- 4 sturdy bread rolls (ciabatta or sourdough)
- 4 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian herbs.
- Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- In the last few minutes of cooking, add minced garlic to the pan and let it sizzle until fragrant.
- Top each chicken breast with cheese and cover briefly until melted (1-2 minutes).
- Meanwhile, spread butter on each side of the bread rolls and toast them in a separate pan until golden brown.
- Assemble sandwiches by placing cheesy chicken on one half of each roll; add any favorites like fresh basil or sautéed onions before closing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Tosting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 120mg