BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese (Printable)
Crispy sourdough layered with tangy BBQ chicken and gooey melted cheese blend
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & BBQ Mixture
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
→ Cheese
03 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Bread & Butter
05 - 8 slices sourdough or country-style bread
06 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
→ Optional Add-Ins
07 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium bowl, mix the shredded chicken with the BBQ sauce until evenly coated. Set aside.
02 - In a separate bowl, combine the cheddar and mozzarella cheeses until well mixed.
03 - Lay out all bread slices. Spread one side of each slice with softened butter.
04 - Turn 4 slices butter-side down. Top each with 1/4 of the BBQ chicken mixture, a generous layer of mixed cheese, and optional onion and cilantro if desired. Place remaining bread slices on top, butter-side up.
05 - Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
06 - Place sandwiches in the skillet, working in batches if needed. Cook 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and crispy and cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove from skillet, let cool slightly, then slice diagonally and serve warm.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The way the cheddar and mozzarella create this incredible stretchy bridge when you pull apart the sandwich
- It transforms leftover chicken into something that feels like comfort food royalty
- The crispy sourdough exterior holds everything together while staying perfectly golden
02 -
- Medium heat might feel too slow, but high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
- Letting the sandwiches rest for a minute before slicing keeps the filling from oozing out everywhere
03 -
- Use a cast iron skillet if you have one for the most even browning
- If your cheese isn't melting, tent the pan with foil for the last minute