Chicken and Cheese Eggplant Sandwiches Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This Chicken and Cheese Eggplant Sandwiches Recipe combines tender chicken, melted cheese, and flavorful eggplant for a satisfying meal. It’s a great way to enjoy a hearty sandwich while incorporating vegetables.

The recipe is straightforward and perfect for lunch or dinner. You can customize it with your favorite cheeses and seasonings to enhance the flavor.

Delicious Chicken and Cheese Eggplant Sandwiches

These sandwiches feature grilled eggplant slices layered with seasoned chicken and melted cheese, all served on your choice of bread. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

2 medium eggplants, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or sliced
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup marinara sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
4 sandwich rolls or ciabatta bread
Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Eggplant: Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat. Brush the eggplant slices with olive oil and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Grill the Eggplant: Place the eggplant slices on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until tender and grill marks appear.
Assemble the Sandwiches: On the bottom half of each sandwich roll, layer grilled eggplant, shredded chicken, and a spoonful of marinara sauce. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled sandwiches under a broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil if desired, and place the top half of the rolls on each sandwich. Serve warm.