Leftover Pizza Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Cold pizza slices folded with shredded chicken and toasted to melty, crispy perfection for a quick, tasty snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main

01 - 2 large slices leftover pizza (any style, preferably with sturdy crust)
02 - 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
03 - ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional)

→ For Toasting

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Directions:

01 - Place a cold pizza slice on a cutting board with cheese side up.
02 - Evenly spread ½ cup shredded chicken over the cheese side of each pizza slice; sprinkle additional shredded cheese if desired.
03 - Fold each pizza slice in half, pressing gently to enclose the filling.
04 - Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
05 - Spread 1 tablespoon unsalted butter on the outside of each folded pizza.
06 - Place the folded pizzas buttered side down in the skillet; cook 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Flip pizzas, press gently with a spatula, and toast the other side for 3 to 4 minutes until cheese melts and crust turns golden.
08 - Remove from heat, let rest 1 minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It turns forgotten pizza into something that tastes intentional and restaurant-worthy.
  • Real, satisfying protein without the fuss of starting from scratch.
  • The contrast between crispy crust and gooey cheese keeps you coming back for another bite.
02 -
  • Don't skip the cooling minute; jumping straight to the slice will cost you melted cheese on your plate instead of in your mouth.
  • Medium heat is crucial—too high and the crust burns before the cheese melts, too low and you get a soggy, greasy result instead of crispy edges.
03 -
  • Softened butter spreads without tearing the crust, while cold butter will either fall off or create uneven browning.
  • A nonstick skillet is non-negotiable here—it's the difference between a beautiful golden exterior and a stuck, frustrating mess.
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