Chicken Parmesan Patty Melts

By cserumga

1 sandwich equals 420 calories, 13 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 98 mg cholesterol, 658 mg sodium, 43 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 34 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 1 fat.

Ingredients

• 5 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
• 1 cup marinara sauce, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 pound lean ground chicken
• 2 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
• 2 ciabatta rolls, split and toasted

Details

Servings 4
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

•In a large bowl, combine 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons marinara sauce, pepper and salt. Crumble chicken over mixture and mix well. Shape into four patties.

• Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Broil 4 in. from the heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear.

• Top with remaining marinara, the mozzarella and remaining Parmesan. Broil 1-2 minutes longer or until cheeses are melted. Top each roll half with a patty.