Description

Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwiches combine tender shredded chicken tossed in spicy buffalo sauce with a blend of melty sharp cheddar and creamy mozzarella cheeses, all grilled to golden, crispy perfection between buttery slices of bread. Perfect for a bold-flavored lunch, dinner, or snack, this sandwich delivers a satisfying mix of textures and customizable spice levels.

Ingredients

Scale

Buffalo Chicken

1 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken
¼ to ½ cup buffalo sauce (adjust to taste)

Cheese Blend

½ cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded

Bread and Butter

4 thick slices sandwich bread (white, whole wheat, or gluten-free)
2 tablespoons butter, softened (for spreading)

Optional Extras

Blue cheese crumbles, as desired
Chopped green onions, for garnish
Ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving or spreading inside sandwich
Jalapeños or hot sauce, for extra heat

Instructions

Prepare the Buffalo Chicken: Shred cooked chicken breasts or rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces. Toss the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated, adjusting the amount of sauce based on your preferred spice level.
Assemble the Sandwich: Butter one side of each bread slice evenly. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer the buffalo chicken evenly, then sprinkle with a generous mix of shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese. Add optional extras like blue cheese crumbles or ranch dressing if desired. Top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
Cook the Sandwich: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the assembled sandwich in the skillet, buttered side down. Grill until the bread is golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Carefully flip the sandwich and cook the other side until golden and the cheese is melted, another 3-4 minutes. Press gently with a spatula or sandwich press for an even melt and crispy texture.
Serve Hot: Remove the sandwich from the skillet, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately while the cheese is oozy and the flavors are vibrant. Garnish with chopped green onions or a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing for added contrast.

Notes

Ensure even cheese distribution across the sandwich for consistent melting.
Cook on medium heat to avoid burning bread while allowing cheese to melt fully.
Butter the bread thoroughly for a perfect golden crust.
Pat buffalo chicken dry if too wet to prevent soggy bread.
Press sandwich gently during grilling to meld ingredients.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 520
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 1100mg
Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: buffalo chicken, grilled cheese, spicy sandwich, comfort food, quick meal, melted cheese