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Hot Sandwich with Leftover Chicken

Got leftover chicken sitting in your fridge? This hot sandwich is about to become your new best friend! It's the perfect way to transform last night's dinner into today's lunch without anyone complaining. Quick, easy, and absolutely delicious—just the way we busy moms like it!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded or diced cooked chicken
  • 4 hoagie rolls or ciabatta buns split
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 cup sliced tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard. Season the shredded chicken with salt and pepper.
  3. Butter the outside of each hoagie roll. Place them butter-side down on the baking sheet.
  4. Spread the mayo-mustard mixture on the inside of each roll. Layer with spinach leaves, chicken, tomato slices, and top with shredded mozzarella.
  5. Close the sandwiches and bake for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden and crispy.
  6. Let cool for 2 minutes before slicing in half and serving. Enjoy while hot!