Description
A delightful twist on a classic grilled cheese sandwich, combining crispy panko breadcrumbs, rich melted cheese, and a spicy kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 8 slices bread
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons softened butter (for spreading)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread panko breadcrumbs on a baking sheet, drizzle with melted butter, and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until golden.
- Combine the toasted breadcrumbs with the spiced chicken mixture.
- Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of bread. Layer cheese and chicken mixture on unbuttered side of four slices and top with remaining slices, buttered side out.
- Cook the sandwiches in a skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Let cool, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free bread and panko. Consider adding sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or using rotisserie chicken for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg