Chicken Parm Grilled Cheese

INGREDIENTS

• 1 tbsp. butter
• 2 slices white or sourdough bread
• 1 tbsp. plus 2 tsp. marinara
• 1 c. shredded mozzarella, divided
• 1/4 c. freshly grated Parmesan, plus more for garnish
• 3 oz. fresh or frozen breaded chicken, cubed
• A few torn basil leaves
• Freshly ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS

1. Heat broiler. Assemble sandwich: Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side of one slice, spread 1 tablespoon marinara sauce, then top with ¾ cup mozzarella, Parmesan, chicken, and basil. Top with remaining slice of bread, buttered side up.
2. In a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat, cook sandwich until crispy, 5 minutes per side.
3. Spread remaining 2 teaspoons marinara sauce on top of sandwich, then top with remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella. Broil until cheese is melty and golden.
4. Sprinkle with additional Parmesan and pepper and serve.

Recipe adapted from Chicken Parm Grilled Cheese