Description
This BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese combines smoky barbecue flavor, juicy shredded chicken, and gooey melted cheese between golden crispy bread. It’s the ultimate comfort food sandwich—quick, hearty, and perfect for lunch, dinner, or game-day snacks.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
- 4 slices sourdough or thick sandwich bread
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella, pepper jack, or a blend)
- 2 tbsp butter (softened, for spreading)
- Optional: thinly sliced red onion, pickled jalapeños, or cooked bacon for extra flavor and texture
Instructions
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- Mix the filling: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Assemble the sandwich:
- Butter one side of each bread slice.
- On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer half the cheese, BBQ chicken, and any optional add-ins.
- Top with the remaining cheese and another slice of bread, buttered side out.
- Grill:
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
- Serve: Cut in half and serve hot with extra BBQ sauce for dipping.
Notes
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- Use leftover grilled or baked chicken for an easy shortcut.
- For a spicier kick, use spicy BBQ sauce or add hot sauce to the mix.
- Add some coleslaw inside for crunch and a sweet-tangy contrast.
- Make it a panini by pressing the sandwich in a grill press.
- Details
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
