Leftover Pizza Chicken Sandwich (Printable)

Cold pizza slices layered with shredded chicken, arugula, and melted cheese, grilled to golden perfection.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Sandwich

01 - 4 cold leftover pizza slices, any variety
02 - 1 cup cooked shredded chicken, rotisserie or leftover
03 - 1 cup fresh arugula
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blend
05 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, optional
06 - 1 tablespoon olive oil or softened butter for grilling

→ Seasonings

07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
08 - Pinch of salt, optional depending on pizza saltiness

# Directions:

01 - Place two pizza slices crust-side down on a cutting board and optionally spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on each slice for added moisture and flavor.
02 - Distribute shredded chicken evenly over the pizza slices and season with black pepper and salt as needed.
03 - Top the chicken with fresh arugula and then sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
04 - Cover with remaining pizza slices, crust-side up, forming two sandwiches.
05 - Heat olive oil or butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
06 - Place sandwiches carefully in the skillet, press gently with a spatula, and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until cheese melts and crust turns golden and crisp.
07 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice in half and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It turns leftovers into something that feels completely new and exciting.
  • The crispy grilled pizza crust adds texture you cant get from regular bread.
  • You get all the comfort of pizza and a hearty sandwich in one bite.
  • It comes together in under twenty minutes with almost no cleanup.
02 -
  • Dont use high heat or the crust will burn before the cheese melts.
  • Press gently with the spatula but dont smash the sandwich flat or youll lose all the filling.
  • Let the sandwich rest for a minute or the cheese will slide out when you cut it.
03 -
  • Use a heavy pan or press to weigh down the sandwiches while they cook for even crispness.
  • If your pizza slices are different sizes, trim them so they match and the sandwich holds together.
  • Try adding a fried egg on top for breakfast, it sounds wild but it works.
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