If you love garlic bread, shrimp, and gooey melted cheese, then this recipe is about to become your new obsession! The Cheesy Garlic Bread Shrimp Grilled Cheese is everything you crave in a comfort food: buttery, garlicky bread, juicy shrimp, and layers of melted cheese that stretch with every bite. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a late-night indulgence, this sandwich brings together the flavors of seafood and cheesy garlic bread in one irresistible package.
Ingredients:
- 2 slices of thick sandwich bread (Texas toast or sourdough works best)
- 6–8 medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (or provolone for extra melt)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- (Optional) A pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions:
Prepare the Shrimp
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then cook for 2–3 minutes per side until pink and opaque. Remove from heat and set aside.
Make Garlic Butter
In a small bowl, mix softened butter with minced garlic and parsley. Spread evenly over one side of each bread slice.
Assemble the Sandwich
Place one slice of bread, garlic-butter side down, in a skillet. Layer with mozzarella, cooked shrimp, and cheddar. Top with the second slice of bread, garlic-butter side facing up.
Grill to Perfection
Cook on medium-low heat, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese has melted (about 3–4 minutes per side).
Serve & Enjoy
Slice in half, watch the cheese pull, and dig in while it’s hot!
Tips & Variations:
- Seafood Twist: Swap shrimp for crab or lobster for a gourmet grilled cheese.
- Extra Cheesy: Add cream cheese or garlic aioli inside for more creaminess.
- Spicy Kick: Sprinkle chili flakes or drizzle sriracha before grilling.
- Meal Upgrade: Pair with a bowl of tomato bisque or creamy seafood chowder.
Why You’ll Love It:
- A creative spin on classic grilled cheese recipes
- Combines garlic bread flavor with cheesy goodness
- Perfect easy dinner idea that feels gourmet
- A crowd-pleaser for both seafood lovers and cheese fanatics
