Description
BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwiches are a mouthwatering twist on the classic grilled cheese. Imagine juicy, shredded BBQ chicken paired with creamy Havarti cheese, all nestled between crispy, garlicky sourdough bread. This comforting dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a quick lunch or a family dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines convenience and flavor, making it an instant favorite for both kids and adults. Serve it with your choice of sides like sweet potato fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal that’s sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 ½ cups shredded roasted chicken
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 12 slices Havarti cheese
- 12 slices sourdough bread
- ¼ cup butter
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm olive oil and sauté sliced onion until soft. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, and mix well until heated through.
- Butter one side of each bread slice. On the unbuttered side, layer Havarti cheese followed by BBQ chicken mixture and top with another slice of cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices (butter-side up).
- Heat skillet over medium-low heat and cook sandwiches until golden brown on both sides and cheese is melted (about 3-4 minutes per side).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg