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BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese

A delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich with smoky BBQ flavors, tender chicken, and melted cheese between crispy French bread.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 sandwiches
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients

  • 4 slices French bread
  • 1 cup Shredded chicken Use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Store-bought BBQ sauce works great.
  • 1 cup Cheese (e.g., cheddar or mozzarella) Experiment with different types of cheese.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter For spreading on bread.

For serving

  • 1 cup Potato chips Crunchy potato chips make a great side.
  • 1 cup Fresh coleslaw A refreshing side that balances the dish.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat.
  • Spread butter on the outside of the French bread slices.
  • On the inside of one slice, layer shredded chicken mixed with BBQ sauce and cheese.
  • Top with another slice of bread, buttered side out.

Cooking

  • Place the sandwich in the skillet and grill until golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Serving

  • Serve hot with potato chips or coleslaw.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to re-crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Keyword BBQ Chicken, Comfort Food, easy recipe, Grilled Cheese, Quick Meal
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