BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese (Printable)
Golden sourdough loaded with smoky BBQ chicken and double cheese for a melty, satisfying bite.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & BBQ
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - ½ cup BBQ sauce
→ Bread & Cheese
03 - 8 slices sourdough bread
04 - 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
05 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese
→ Butter & Extras
06 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
07 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - ½ cup pickled jalapeños, drained
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine shredded chicken breast with BBQ sauce in a medium bowl, tossing until evenly coated.
02 - Layout sourdough slices and butter one side of each. Place buttered side down on preparation surface.
03 - Place cheddar slice on 4 bread slices. Top with BBQ chicken mixture, red onion slices, jalapeños, mozzarella slice, and second cheddar slice. Complete with remaining bread, buttered side facing outward.
04 - Heat large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3-4 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure, until golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
05 - Cut each sandwich diagonally in half and serve while hot for optimal texture and flavor.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The smoky sweet BBQ sauce cuts through rich melted cheese creating the most addictive flavor balance
- Takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish perfect for weeknight dinners or lazy weekend lunches
02 -
- Low and slow heat is better than rushing with high heat which burns the bread before melting the cheese
- Let the assembled sandwiches sit for a few minutes before grilling to let the bread absorb some moisture from the filling
03 -
- Mix a little honey into your BBQ sauce before tossing with the chicken for extra caramelization
- Use a cast iron skillet if you have one for the most even heating and beautiful golden crust