BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)
Golden sourdough layered with BBQ chicken and gooey cheddar-mozzarella blend
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken & BBQ
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/2 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 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños, drained
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Toss shredded chicken breast with BBQ sauce in a medium bowl until evenly coated throughout.
02 - Lay out all sourdough slices. Spread softened butter on one side of each slice. Place bread butter-side down on preparation surface.
03 - Place one cheddar slice on four buttered bread pieces. Top with BBQ chicken mixture, red onion slices, jalapeños, mozzarella slice, and remaining cheddar. Complete with second bread slice, buttered side facing outward.
04 - Heat large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3-4 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure with spatula, until bread turns golden brown and cheese melts completely.
05 - Remove from heat, cut each sandwich diagonally in half, and serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It transforms leftover chicken into something that feels like an indulgent restaurant meal
- The combination of sharp cheddar and mild mozzarella creates this perfect melty texture that keeps you coming back
02 -
- Medium heat is your friend here high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts, which I learned the hard way
- Letting the sandwiches rest for about 30 seconds after cutting keeps all that filling from spilling out everywhere
03 -
- Use a cast iron skillet if you have one, it creates the most even, consistent golden crust
- If your cheese is not melting but the bread is done, add a tiny splash of water to the pan and cover for 30 seconds