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Chicken Grilled Cheese

Chicken Grilled Cheese

This Chicken Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort sandwich, combining tender shredded chicken, melty cheese, and crispy toasted bread into a satisfying, flavor-packed bite.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

  • Sourdough Bread: 4 slices
  • Cooked Shredded Chicken: 1 cup
  • Sharp Cheddar Cheese: 4 slices
  • Monterey Jack Cheese: 4 slices
  • Butter: 2 tablespoons, softened
  • Mayonnaise: 1 tablespoon
  • Pickles: 4 slices (optional)
  • Salt and Pepper: To taste
  • Garlic Powder: ½ teaspoon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Mix shredded chicken with mayonnaise, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Butter one side of each bread slice. Lay them buttered side down on a clean surface.
  4. Assemble the Dish: On two slices, layer cheddar, chicken, pickles, Monterey Jack, then top with other slices, buttered side up.
  5. Cook to Perfection: Grill sandwiches for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted.
  6. Finishing Touches: Let sandwiches rest for a minute before slicing.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve hot with your favorite side.

Notes

  • Use room-temperature butter for even spreading.
  • Swap cheeses for different flavor profiles.
  • Add hot sauce or barbecue sauce to the chicken for extra kick.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: grilled cheese, chicken sandwich, comfort food, easy lunch, cheesy sandwich