Description
Melted cheese and garlic-infused chicken create magic in this irresistible Cheesy Chicken Garlic Bread Sandwich. Crispy bread, rich flavors, and gourmet ingredients promise a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Cheese:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or sour cream
Bread and Seasoning:
- 4 slices thick-cut bread (French or sourdough)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Add-Ins:
- Sliced jalapenos
- Crispy bacon bits
- Sauteed mushrooms
Instructions
- Craft a luscious garlic-infused butter by blending softened butter with finely chopped garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and a hint of salt, ensuring a smooth and aromatic spread.
- Transform shredded chicken into a decadent filling by folding cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella, and cheddar together, then enhancing with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper until the mixture becomes a creamy, cohesive blend.
- Position bread slices with the garlic butter facing downward on a clean surface, then lavishly coat the inner surfaces with the prepared chicken mixture, creating an even layer of indulgent filling.
- Elevate the sandwich with optional embellishments like spicy jalapeños, crispy bacon bits, or earthy mushrooms, strategically distributing them across the chicken layer for added complexity.
- Crown the sandwich with remaining bread slices, ensuring the buttered exterior faces upward, creating a symmetrical culinary canvas.
- Activate a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat, gently transferring the assembled sandwiches and allowing them to sizzle and transform, pressing delicately with a spatula to achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Monitor the cooking process, flipping after 3-4 minutes to ensure both sides develop a rich, toasted appearance and the interior cheese melts into a luxurious, gooey consistency.
- Upon reaching peak perfection, remove the sandwiches, slice diagonally, and present immediately alongside marinara sauce or a vibrant, crisp salad for a complete gastronomic experience.
Notes
- Choose room temperature ingredients for easier mixing and smoother garlic butter and chicken filling.
- Toast bread beforehand to enhance crispiness and prevent soggy sandwiches.
- Control heat carefully while grilling to avoid burning bread before cheese melts completely.
- Experiment with different cheese combinations like gouda or Swiss for unique flavor profiles.
- Shred chicken while it’s still warm for easier mixing and better texture in filling.
- Use lean chicken breast or rotisserie chicken for quick preparation and healthier option.
- Prepare filling ahead of time and refrigerate for more intense flavor development.
- Customize sandwich with low-fat cheese and Greek yogurt for lighter version.
- Add herbs like thyme or oregano to elevate chicken filling’s taste complexity.
- Pat chicken dry before shredding to prevent excess moisture in sandwich filling.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 755
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1090 mg
- Fat: 50 g
- Saturated Fat: 26 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 43 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg