Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Recipe | Amazing & Quick Lunch

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Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese recipe is a simple, comforting meal that’s easy to make and packed with flavor. Crispy, golden bread on the outside, gooey melted cheese inside — it’s perfect for lunch or dinner. The garlic butter adds a rich, savory touch that makes every bite delicious. You can cook this sandwich quickly in a skillet or bake it in the oven, whichever works for you.

Why You’ll Love Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

This simple sandwich is fast, easy, and full of rich garlic flavor. The bread cooks up golden and crispy, while the cheese melts perfectly inside. It’s great for a quick lunch or light dinner, and you can make it in a skillet or bake it in the oven — whatever works best for you.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Ingredients Overview

  • 4 tbsp butter, softened
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp parsley (optional)
  • 4 slices sourdough bread
  • 2-4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 2-4 slices provolone cheese
  • 2-4 tomato slices
  • Salt and pepper

Best Cheese Choices

Cheddar adds sharp flavor, provolone melts creamy and smooth. Feel free to try mozzarella or your favorite melty cheese.

Best Bread

Sourdough is sturdy and crisps up beautifully. Ciabatta or focaccia also work well.

How to Make Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

In a small bowl, mix butter, garlic, and parsley.

Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place two slices, butter-side down.

Add cheddar, provolone, tomato, salt, and pepper.

Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.

Cook for 4–5 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 4–5 minutes until cheese melts.

Oven Option

Bake at 450°F for 5 minutes per side until golden brown and melty.

Sliced garlic bread grilled cheese on a rustic wood cutting board, crispy golden crust, melted cheese and tomato, with bread and tomato slices in background.

Tips for Perfect Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

  • Cook slowly so the cheese melts perfectly.
  • Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
  • Reheat leftovers in the oven, not microwave, for crispiness.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Variations & Additions

  • Use jarred garlic or garlic powder if you’re short on time.
  • Try ciabatta or focaccia for a fun twist.
  • Add greens like spinach, kale, or arugula for extra flavor.

For another easy garlic-packed meal, check out this cheesy chicken garlic wraps recipe.

What to Serve with Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

This sandwich is perfect with a fresh salad or creamy soup. Pair it with this skillet Mexican street corn side dish for a bright, bold meal.

Or cozy up with a creamy parmesan Italian sausage ditalini soup for a comforting combo.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese FAQs

What’s the best bread for grilled cheese?

Sourdough is a top choice. Ciabatta or focaccia also work great.

How do you grill cheese with garlic bread?

Spread garlic butter on bread, layer cheese inside, and cook in skillet or oven until golden.

What did Gordon Ramsay put in his grilled cheese?

He used artisan bread and specialty cheeses. This recipe keeps it simple with cheddar, provolone, garlic butter, and tomato.

Can I put cheese on garlic bread?

Absolutely — that’s the whole idea of this recipe!

More Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Recipes

If you liked this, try garlic butter chicken with zucchini and corn for another simple, delicious meal.

Final Thoughts

This cheesy garlic sandwich is fast, tasty, and so comforting. Perfect for lunch or dinner when you want something easy but full of flavor. If you make it, leave a comment or review — I’d love to know how it turned out!

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Stacked garlic bread grilled cheese sandwich with golden crispy crust, melted cheddar and provolone cheese, and fresh tomatoes.

Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Recipe | Amazing & Quick Lunch


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  • Author: kai
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches

Description

A warm, cheesy sandwich with golden crispy garlic bread and melty cheese. Perfect for lunch or dinner and easy to prepare in a skillet or oven.


Ingredients

4 tbsp butter, softened

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

4 slices sourdough bread

2-4 slices cheddar cheese

2-4 slices provolone cheese

2-4 tomato slices

Salt and black pepper


Instructions

1. In a bowl, mix softened butter, minced garlic, and parsley.

2. Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice.

3. Heat skillet over medium heat. Place two slices butter-side down.

4. Layer cheddar, provolone, tomato, salt, and pepper.

5. Top with remaining bread slices, butter-side up.

6. Cook for 4–5 minutes until golden brown.

7. Flip and cook 4–5 minutes until other side is golden and cheese melts.

8. Alternatively, bake at 450°F for 5 minutes per side until golden.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor.

Reheat in oven or toaster oven for crisp texture.

Try variations like ciabatta or focaccia bread.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 436
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 31g
  • Saturated Fat: 18g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 13g
  • Cholesterol: 74mg

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