Description
This BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese sandwich is a delicious twist on the classic comfort food. Juicy shredded chicken coated in smoky BBQ sauce is layered with creamy Havarti cheese and sandwiched between slices of garlic-buttered sourdough bread. Grilled to golden perfection, this sandwich is both hearty and satisfying, offering a perfect balance of savory, tangy, and cheesy flavors.
Ingredients
BBQ Chicken
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ½ cups shredded roasted chicken
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 12 slices Havarti cheese
Garlic Butter Bread
- ¼ cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons parsley, minced
- 12 slices sourdough bread or sturdy white bread
Instructions
BBQ Chicken
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Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook onions until soft, about 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the shredded chicken, smoked paprika, and Worcestershire sauce and bbq sauce. Stir to combine and cook until everything is heated through, about 2-3 minutes.
Garlic Butter Bread
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Add butter, garlic, and minced parsley in a medium bowl. Microwave until melted.
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Lay 12 slices of bread on work surface. Spread melted butter mixture over each piece.
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Turn each piece over and 6 of the bread slices with 6 of the cheese slices and the bbq chicken mixture, dividing evenly. Add the remaining cheese over the top of the chicken and top with the remaining 6 slices of bread (both the bottom and the top should have the buttered side exposed).
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Set buttered sandwiches in a large non-stick skillet. Place over medium heat and cook until the bottoms of the sandwiches are browned, 3 to 5 minutes. Turn sandwiches over, reduce heat to medium-low and continue cooking until the bottom is browned and the cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes longer.
Notes
For the best results, use high-quality ingredients such as freshly shredded roasted chicken and a well-balanced BBQ sauce. Experiment with different types of cheese or bread to suit your taste, and remember to cook the sandwich slowly over medium heat to achieve that perfect golden crust. This recipe can be easily adapted for gluten-free or dairy-free diets, making it versatile enough for various dietary needs.