Leftover Pizza Grilled Cheese

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 2 large slices leftover pizza (any style, preferably with a sturdy crust)

02 - 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)

03 - ½ cup shredded mozzarella or cheddar cheese (optional, for additional meltiness)

04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

01 - Place a cold pizza slice on a cutting board, cheese side facing upward.

02 - Evenly spread ½ cup shredded chicken over the cheese side of each pizza slice and optionally sprinkle with extra shredded cheese.

03 - Fold each pizza slice in half, pressing gently to enclose the filling securely.

04 - Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and spread 1 tablespoon butter on the outside of each folded pizza.

05 - Place the folded pizzas buttered side down in the skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until golden brown and crisp.

06 - Flip the pizzas, press gently with a spatula, and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes until cheese melts and crust is golden.

07 - Remove from heat, let cool for 1 minute, then cut in half and serve warm.

01 -

It transforms sad leftover pizza into something that tastes intentional and impressive.
Five minutes of prep means you're eating crispy, melty comfort in under fifteen minutes flat.
The protein-packed filling makes this feel substantial enough for lunch or a late-night snack that doesn't apologize.

02 -

Cold pizza needs to stay cold until it hits the pan—room temperature pizza gets soggy instead of crispy.
Medium heat is non-negotiable; high heat burns the outside before the inside cheese melts.

03 -

Slice your folded pizza in half with a sharp knife right before serving—it's prettier and easier to eat than trying to fold and bite at once.
If you have time, let your shredded chicken warm to room temperature before spreading it; cold chicken takes longer to heat through and throws off your timing.