Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
This Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Recipe is a delightful blend of comfort and kick, perfect for a quick lunch or casual dinner. Ready in under 20 minutes, this sandwich features tender shredded buffalo chicken, creamy cheeses, and crispy bread for an irresistible bite. Ideal for using up leftover rotisserie chicken, it’s a practical choice that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. With its rich combination of spicy buffalo sauce and tangy ranch dressing, every mouthful delivers an explosion of taste. Whether you’re enjoying it on game day or simply craving something comforting, this recipe guarantees satisfaction. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate cheesy goodness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 8 slices sandwich bread
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast (preferably rotisserie)
- ½ cup Frank's hot sauce
- ½ cup homemade ranch dressing
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4–8 slices Muenster cheese
- 4 tbsp crumbled blue cheese
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, blue cheese, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne until smooth; set aside.
- In another bowl, combine shredded chicken with hot sauce, ranch dressing, and garlic until fully coated.
- Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side of four slices, spread the cheese mixture and top with the chicken mixture and Muenster cheese.
- Close sandwiches with remaining bread slices (buttered side out). Cook in a skillet over low heat for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 515
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment with different cheeses like cheddar or pepper jack. Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to your preference. Allow sandwiches to rest for a minute after grilling before slicing to help ingredients meld together.