Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich – Indulgent and Irresistible

Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich is the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy garlic bread filled with tender chicken, melted cheese, and savory flavors.

Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this sandwich combines all your favorite tastes into one mouthwatering bite.

Kitchen Equipment Needed

• Large skillet or grill pan
• Mixing bowl
• Baking sheet
• Spatula or tongs

Ingredients

For the Garlic Bread

1 loaf French or Italian bread, sliced in half lengthwise
1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp chopped parsley
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

For the Filling

2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
1/2 cup marinara or Alfredo sauce (optional)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp Italian seasoning

Directions

1. Prepare the Garlic Bread:
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Spread this mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread. Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
2. Toast the Bread:
   Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, garlic side up. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven and set aside.
3. Prepare the Filling:
   In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, marinara or Alfredo sauce (if using), 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well coated.
4. Assemble the Sandwich:
   Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over one half of the toasted garlic bread. Place the other half of the garlic bread on top to form a sandwich.
5. Heat the Sandwich:
   Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down gently, until the filling is hot and the bread is crisp.
6. Serve:
   Slice the sandwich into portions and serve immediately.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Nutrition (Per Serving, based on 4 servings)

Calories: 460
Protein: 30g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fat: 24g
Sugar: 3g

Expert Tips

Use Fresh Garlic: Freshly minced garlic adds the best flavor to the garlic butter spread.

Customize the Filling: Add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or roasted peppers for extra flavor and texture.

Keep It Crispy: Toast the garlic bread just enough to make it crispy but not overly hard.

FAQs

Can I use rotisserie chicken?
Yes, rotisserie chicken works great for this recipe and saves time.

What cheese works best?
Mozzarella is perfect for its meltability, but you can also use provolone or cheddar for a twist.

Can I make this without sauce?
Absolutely! The garlic bread and cheese provide enough flavor on their own.

Storing & Reheating

Refrigerator: Wrap leftover sandwiches tightly in foil and store in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, or in a skillet over medium heat until warmed through.

Substitutions & Variations

Low-Carb: Use low-carb bread or lettuce wraps instead of traditional bread.

Spicy Kick: Add red pepper flakes or a layer of hot sauce to the chicken filling.

Vegetarian: Replace chicken with sautéed mushrooms, zucchini, or eggplant slices.

Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich

Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich is the ultimate comfort food, featuring crispy garlic bread filled with tender chicken, melted cheese, and savory flavors

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Equipment

• - Large skillet or grill pan
• - Mixing bowl
• - Baking sheet
• - Spatula or tongs

Ingredients

  

• #### For the Garlic Bread
• 1 loaf French or Italian bread sliced in half lengthwise
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• #### For the Filling
• 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
• 1/2 cup marinara or Alfredo sauce optional
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

Instructions

 

• **Prepare the Garlic Bread:**
• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a small bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Spread this mixture evenly over the cut sides of the bread. Sprinkle 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese on top.
• **Toast the Bread:**
• Place the bread halves on a baking sheet, garlic side up. Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven and set aside.
• **Prepare the Filling:**
• In a mixing bowl, combine cooked chicken, marinara or Alfredo sauce (if using), 1 cup mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well coated.
• **Assemble the Sandwich:**
• Spoon the chicken mixture evenly over one half of the toasted garlic bread. Place the other half of the garlic bread on top to form a sandwich.
• **Heat the Sandwich:**
• Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing down gently, until the filling is hot and the bread is crisp.
• **Serve:**
• Slice the sandwich into portions and serve immediately.