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BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe

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  • Author: Julian
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a flavorful twist on the classic grilled cheese, featuring tender shredded roasted chicken tossed in a smoky BBQ sauce and combined with creamy Havarti cheese. The sandwich uses garlic buttered sourdough bread grilled to golden perfection, making it a satisfying and savory comfort food ideal for a quick lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

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BBQ Chicken Mixture

  • 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

Garlic Butter Bread

  • ¼ cup butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons parsley, minced
  • 12 slices sourdough bread or sturdy white bread
  • 12 slices Havarti cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the BBQ Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced red onion and cook until soft, about 2 minutes. Stir in 3 cloves minced garlic and cook until fragrant, approximately 30 seconds.
  2. Cook the Chicken Mixture: Add 2 ½ cups shredded roasted chicken, ½ teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1 cup BBQ sauce to the skillet. Stir to combine all ingredients and cook until heated through, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  3. Make Garlic Butter: In a medium bowl, combine ¼ cup butter, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 2 teaspoons minced parsley. Microwave the mixture just until the butter is melted and the garlic is fragrant.
  4. Butter the Bread: Lay out 12 slices of sourdough bread on a work surface. Evenly spread the garlic butter mixture over one side of each slice.
  5. Assemble the Sandwiches: Turn over the bread slices so the buttered side is down. Place 6 slices of bread on the surface and top each slice with one slice of Havarti cheese and an even portion of the BBQ chicken mixture. Add another slice of Havarti cheese on top of the chicken, then cover each sandwich with the remaining 6 slices of bread, buttered side facing out.
  6. Cook the Sandwiches: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet. Cook until the bottom side is browned and crispy, about 3-5 minutes. Flip the sandwiches, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the other side is browned and the cheese is melted.

Notes

  • Use sturdy bread like sourdough to hold all the filling and prevent sogginess.
  • For extra smoky flavor, add a pinch of smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
  • Substitute Havarti cheese with mozzarella or cheddar if preferred.
  • Make sure to cook on medium to medium-low heat to allow the cheese to melt without burning the bread.
  • Leftover sandwiches can be reheated in a skillet or oven for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: BBQ chicken grilled cheese, grilled cheese sandwich, BBQ chicken sandwich, easy sandwich recipe, comfort food, Havarti cheese sandwich

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