Now that’s a bold and cheesy mashup — 🧄🦐 Cheesy Garlic Bread Shrimp Grilled Cheese is a next-level sandwich that combines garlic bread, melty cheese, and juicy shrimp in one ultra-indulgent bite.
Perfect as a main, party snack, or your new favorite late-night guilty pleasure.
🧀🧄🦐 Cheesy Garlic Bread Shrimp Grilled Cheese
🕒 Time: ~25 minutes
🍽 Serves: 2 big sandwiches
🧾 Ingredients:
For the Garlic Bread:
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4 slices thick-cut bread (sourdough, Italian, or Texas toast work well)
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3 tbsp softened butter
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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(Optional) pinch of salt or garlic powder for extra punch
For the Filling:
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200g (7 oz) shrimp, peeled and deveined (medium or small work best for sandwiches)
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1 tbsp olive oil or butter
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Salt, pepper, and paprika or chili flakes (optional)
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½ tsp lemon juice
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1 cup shredded mozzarella, cheddar, or a mix
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(Optional) 1–2 tbsp cream cheese or a spreadable garlic herb cheese for extra richness
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Prepare the garlic butter:
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Mix softened butter with garlic, parsley, and a pinch of salt or garlic powder.
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Set aside.
2. Cook the shrimp:
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Heat oil/butter in a pan over medium-high heat.
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Season shrimp with salt, pepper, and optional paprika or chili flakes.
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Cook 2–3 minutes per side until pink and just cooked through.
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Squeeze in lemon juice, toss, and remove from heat.
3. Assemble the sandwich:
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Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice (this will be the outside).
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On the non-buttered side, layer:
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A bit of cheese
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Cooked shrimp
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Optional cream cheese or garlic herb spread
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More cheese on top
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Close the sandwich with the second slice (buttered side facing out).
4. Grill it:
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Heat a non-stick pan or skillet over medium heat.
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Cook each sandwich for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing slightly, until golden and the cheese is melted.
🔥 Optional: finish in the oven at 180°C/350°F for 5 minutes to melt cheese more evenly if it’s super thick.
🧂 Serving Ideas:
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Serve with marinara, aioli, or garlic butter dip.
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Pair with a simple salad, fries, or a bowl of tomato soup.
🌀 Variations:
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Add sliced tomato, spinach, or caramelized onions inside.
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Use prawns, crab, or lobster for a luxe upgrade.
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Spice it up with a little sriracha mayo or hot sauce inside.
