Chicken Parm Panini
Chicken Parm Panini combines grilled chicken, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 4 slices garlic bread or ciabatta rolls
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves optional
- Olive oil or butter for brushing
Instructions
- Heat the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until warmed through.
- Lightly brush both sides of the garlic bread or ciabatta with olive oil or melted butter.
- Lay two slices of bread on a clean surface.
- Divide the grilled chicken slices evenly between the bread slices.
- Spoon a generous amount of marinara sauce over the chicken.
- Add the mozzarella cheese slices on top.
- Add fresh basil leaves if using.
- Top with the remaining bread slices.
- Place the assembled Chicken Parm Panini in a preheated panini press or grill pan.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from the press and let rest for 1 minute.
- Slice in half and serve immediately with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Swap mozzarella with provolone for a slightly sharper flavor.
- Add spinach or arugula for extra freshness.
- Serve alongside a green salad, roasted vegetables, or tomato soup.
- Extra marinara sauce makes an excellent dipping sauce.