BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwiches combine smoky barbecue chicken with melty Havarti cheese and crispy sourdough bread for the ultimate comfort food.
Servings: 6 sandwiches
Calories: 600kcal
Ingredients
For the BBQ chicken mixture
- 2.5 cups shredded roasted chicken Juicy and tender for maximum flavor.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Adds richness while keeping everything moist.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce A hint of umami to elevate the taste.
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika Slight smokiness for a subtle kick.
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced Sweet and aromatic to enhance the dish.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce The star of the show, providing that signature tang.
- 3 cloves garlic, minced Fragrant and delicious to complement the chicken.
For assembling and cooking
- 12 slices Havarti cheese Creamy and melting beautifully with heat.
- 2 teaspoons parsley, finely chopped Freshness for a burst of color.
- 0.25 cups butter For a golden, crispy finish.
- 12 slices sourdough or white sandwich bread A sturdy base that holds everything together.
Instructions
Preparation of BBQ Chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium-sized pan over medium heat.
- Add the thinly sliced red onion and sauté for 2 minutes until softened.
- Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic, then add the shredded chicken, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ sauce.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until everything is warm and combined.
Prep Garlic Butter
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1/4 cup of butter, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and 2 teaspoons of chopped parsley.
- Microwave until melted and well combined, about 30 seconds.
- Spread the garlic butter generously on one side of each slice of bread.
Assemble Sandwiches
- Flip the slices of bread so that the buttered side is down.
- On 6 slices, layer 2 slices of Havarti cheese, then a scoop of BBQ chicken mixture, and top with another slice of cheese.
- Place the remaining 6 slices on top, buttered side facing up.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the assembled sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Slice in half and enjoy!
Notes
For added crunch, toast the bread slightly before assembly. Substitutions can be made based on preference, such as buffalo sauce for a spicy version.