ATHENIAN CHICKEN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES

Athenian Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwiches image

Mozzarella and feta cheese make one delicious duo in this upscale grilled cheese that also features tender Athenian chicken and fresh herb flavor. -Michael Cohen, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
2 tablespoons capers, drained
8 slices olive or Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)

Steps:

Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken and garlic in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Set aside and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine the cheeses, mint, oregano and capers. Distribute half the cheese mixture evenly among 4 bread slices. Layer with chicken and remaining cheese mixture. Top with remaining bread. Brush outsides of sandwiches with remaining oil., On a griddle, toast sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Fat 36g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.