Does it get any more nostalgic than a grilled cheese sandwich? They were a favorite of mine growing up. My love for buffalo chicken runs deep, so I figured, let’s combine the two into an epic buffalo chicken grilled cheese sandwich!
These buffalo chicken grilled cheeses are packed with classic buffalo chicken flavor mixed with shredded cheese, stuffed into two slices of bread, and lightly pan-fried until the bread is golden brown and crispy.
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With the addition of the chicken, it makes them packed with protein for a hearty and satisfying sandwich. We love these buffalo chicken sandwiches for an easy weeknight meal, or they would be perfect for game day.
Why you’ll love this buffalo chicken grilled cheese recipe
- ready in 20 minutes
- packed with protein – one sandwich packs 45 grams of protein.
- they make a hearty lunch, are perfect for an easy dinner, or a game day dish.
Is grilled cheese healthy?
Grilled cheese sandwiches usually consist of carbs, fat, and a little bit of protein. They are usually heavy on fat and calories and do not make much of a balanced meal. Of course, they can be enjoyed in moderation, but something to think about if you have specific goals.
But this homemade buffalo chicken grilled cheese is lightened up and can make a healthy addition to one’s diet! We aren’t using a ton of cheese in this recipe to keep the fat down. We also added lots of chicken and greek yogurt for protein. Serve them with some veggies for a balanced meal.
Buffalo chicken grilled cheese ingredients
- shredded chicken
- buffalo sauce – I love using homemade for the best flavor.
- greek yogurt
- garlic powder
- dried dill
- cheddar cheese
- sourdough bread
- butter
- salt and pepper
How to make buffalo chicken grilled cheese
For the complete directions, ingredient amounts, serving size, and accurate nutrition breakdown, scroll down to the recipe card below.
Make your buffalo chicken mixture.
Add your shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, greek yogurt, garlic powder, dill, and some salt and pepper to a medium bowl and stir well to combine. Add in shredded cheese and mix again to combine.
Assemble your grilled cheese.
Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Save a little butter for cooking. Add about 1/2 of your shredded chicken mixture to the non-buttered side of one piece of bread. Add a second slice of bread over the mixture, making sure the buttered side is on the outside, pressing it down. Repeat with the remaining bread and chicken mixture.
Cook the grilled cheese.
Heat a griddle or large skillet and melt the butter. Place assembled grilled cheese on the griddle and cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until both sides are slightly crispy and golden brown. I like putting a piece of parchment paper with a small pan on top of the grilled cheese while it cooks to help it get crispy.
Enjoy!
Cut each grilled cheese in half and enjoy hot. Serve with sides or dips of choice.
What to serve with grilled cheese
- veggies – carrot sticks, celery sticks, or sliced bell peppers
- side salad
- soup – a classic option with grilled cheese.
For the best grilled cheese sandwich, you want a cheese that melts well. Cheddar, American, mozzarella, Gruyère, Havarti, Gouda, and Muenster are the more common options. You can also mix cheeses to have two or more kinds in a sandwich.
Most kinds of bread will work for grilled cheese. Some good options consist of sourdough, whole grain, rye, rustic white, and sliced sandwich bread.
Yes, you can make a grilled cheese sandwich in the air fryer. Make the sandwich according to the instructions and cook at 350 degrees for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the cheese melts and the bread is golden brown.
How to reheat grilled cheese
Substitutions and additions
- shredded chicken – I like chicken breasts for this recipe, but chicken thighs will also work. You can also use a store-bought rotisserie chicken.
- buffalo sauce – homemade or store-bought will work interchangeably for this recipe.
- greek yogurt – full-fat, low-fat, or fat-free will work. Use dairy-free if needed. Mayonnaise, sour cream, or cream cheese will also work, but they will add more fat to the recipe.
- spices – feel free to use more or fewer spices.
- cheddar cheese – any kind of cheese will work. For this sandwich, try pepper jack, colby jack, monterey jack cheese, provolone, or even mozzarella cheese if you don’t have cheddar.
- sourdough bread – use your favorite kind of bread!
- butter – some people like to use mayo instead of butter, but I have never tried it.
Here are some additions you can add:
- sliced tomato – a classic addition in a grilled cheese sandwich.
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Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese
equipment
ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken (6 ounces)
- 3 tablespoons buffalo sauce
- 2 tablespoons greek yogurt (1 ounce)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese (2 ounces – I like to grate mine fresh)
- 4 slices sourdough bread (about 7 ounces)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- salt and pepper, to taste
- for serving – blue cheese dressing, ranch, buffalo sauce…
instructions
- Make your buffalo chicken mixture. In a medium bowl, add your shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, greek yogurt, garlic powder, dill, and some salt and pepper. Stir well to combine. Add in shredded cheese and mix again to combine.
- Assemble your grilled cheese. Spread a thin layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Save a little butter for cooking. Add about 1/2 of your shredded chicken mixture to the non-buttered side of one piece of bread. Add a second slice of bread over the mixture, making sure the buttered side is on the outside, pressing it down. Repeat with the remaining bread and chicken mixture.
- Cook the grilled cheese. Heat a griddle or large skillet and melt the butter. Place assembled grilled cheese on the griddle and cook for 4-5 minutes, then flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until both sides are slightly crispy and golden brown. I like putting a piece of parchment paper with a small pan on top of the grilled cheese while it cooks to help it get crispy.
- Enjoy! Cut each grilled cheese in half and enjoy hot.
nutrition
Recipe by Kelly Nardo, Eat the Gains | Photography by Sierra Inn
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