Tasty Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich
The Tasty Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines crispy, spicy buffalo chicken with melty mozzarella and cheddar cheese, toasted between buttery sourdough bread for a gooey, flavorful, and comforting meal perfect for busy weeknights or satisfying cravings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Contains Gluten
Ingredients
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Buffalo Chicken
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/3 cup buffalo sauce, adjust to taste
- Optional: 1-2 tablespoons ranch or blue cheese dressing for extra creaminess
Cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Bread and Butter
- 2 slices sturdy bread (e.g., sourdough)
- Butter, enough to butter one side of each bread slice for grilling
Optional Garnishes and Additions
- Chopped green onions or chives for garnish
- Optional: diced celery or pickles for added crunch
- Optional: additional cheese varieties like pepper jack or gouda for extra richness
Instructions
- Prepare the Buffalo Chicken: In a bowl, mix the shredded or diced cooked chicken with buffalo sauce until all pieces are well coated. For creamier chicken, optionally stir in a spoonful of ranch or blue cheese dressing.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer the buffalo chicken mixture evenly, then top with a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheese. Place the second bread slice butter-side-up on top to form a sandwich.
- Grill to Golden Perfection: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwich butter-side-down in the pan. Grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown, cheese is melted, and chicken filling is warmed through.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet and let it sit for about a minute to allow the cheese to set slightly. Slice the sandwich as desired and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh, sturdy bread like sourdough to ensure a crispy crust without sogginess.
- Avoid overloading the sandwich with too much chicken or cheese to prevent spillage and uneven grilling.
- Grill over medium heat to allow cheese to melt fully without burning the bread.
- Let the sandwich rest a minute before cutting to avoid cheese oozing out.
- Adjust the spice level by mixing buffalo sauce with milder sauces or mayonnaise as preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, grilled cheese, spicy sandwich, comfort food, quick sandwich