Description
This BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich combines tangy BBQ chicken, melted Havarti cheese, and buttery garlic bread for the ultimate comfort food. A delicious twist on a classic grilled cheese, perfect for lunch or dinner!
Ingredients
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BBQ Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 1/2 cups shredded roasted chicken
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 12 slices Havarti cheese
Garlic Butter Bread:
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons parsley, minced
- 12 slices sourdough bread (or sturdy white bread)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). - Cook the BBQ Chicken:
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant. - Add Chicken and Sauce:
Add the shredded chicken, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine and cook for 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through. - Make the Garlic Butter:
In a small bowl, combine the butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Microwave until the butter is melted and everything is well mixed. - Assemble the Sandwiches:
Lay the 12 slices of bread on your work surface. Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly over one side of each slice of bread. On the unbuttered side of 6 slices, layer 1 slice of Havarti cheese, followed by the BBQ chicken mixture, and another slice of Havarti. Top with the remaining 6 slices of bread, ensuring the buttered side is on the outside. - Grill the Sandwiches:
Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet, cooking for 3-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown. Flip the sandwiches and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes until the other side is golden and the cheese has melted. - Serve and Enjoy:
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet, let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a slice of crispy bacon to each sandwich before grilling.
- You can switch Havarti for any melty cheese like cheddar or mozzarella.
- This sandwich pairs great with a side of coleslaw or sweet potato fries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg