Best 8 Bbq Chicken And Cheese Sandwiches Recipes

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**BBQ Chicken and Cheese Sandwiches: A Taste of Heaven Between Two Slices of Bread**

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with the ultimate comfort food: BBQ chicken and cheese sandwiches, a culinary masterpiece that combines smoky, succulent chicken, melted cheese, and tangy barbecue sauce, all nestled between two slices of soft, fluffy bread. This article presents a collection of mouthwatering recipes that will guide you through the process of creating this delectable dish. From classic Southern-style BBQ chicken to unique variations with a twist, these recipes cater to every palate. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BBQ CHICKEN GRILLED CHEESE



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This BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese Sandwich is insanely delicious and so easy to make!

Provided by Chris

Categories     lunch

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large or 8 small thick slices of Sourdough, Tiger or Giraffe Bread (UK)
2 packed cups / 250g-300g Cooked Chicken, (shredded (see notes))
2/3 cup / 160g BBQ Sauce, (or to preference)
4 square slices of Monterey/Pepper Jack Cheese
4 square slices of Cheddar ((or second cheese of choice))
1/4 - 1/3 cup finely diced Red Onion
1/4 cup Pickled Jalapeños, (finely diced (or to spice preference))
Butter, (as needed)

Steps:

  • In a medium sized mixing bowl combine chicken, BBQ sauce, jalapeños and red onion. Place to one side.
  • In a large pan with the heat OFF add two slices of bread. Butter one side, then flip so they're butter-side-down. Top with two slices of Monterey Jack, half your chicken, followed by two slices of cheddar. Add another slice of bread, butter the tops then turn on heat to a medium.
  • Fry both sides until nice and golden with the cheese melting through the centre. If you're making two giant ones be careful when you flip or the filling with spill out. Slice in half and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 929 kcal, Carbohydrate 71.89 g, Protein 72.72 g, Fat 37.48 g, SaturatedFat 19.934 g, TransFat 0.464 g, Cholesterol 206 mg, Sodium 2108 mg, Fiber 2.9 g, Sugar 36.53 g, UnsaturatedFat 13.489 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHICKEN & CARAMELIZED ONION GRILLED CHEESE



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My grilled cheese sandwich combines chicken with sweet caramelized onions, red peppers, Swiss cheese and sourdough bread. It's oh-my goodness. -Kadija Bridgewater, Boca Raton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large sweet onions, thinly sliced
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup finely chopped roasted sweet red peppers
8 slices sourdough bread
12 slices Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons butter, softened

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onions and 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook and stir 6-8 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 30-40 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally. Stir in rosemary., Meanwhile, pound chicken with a meat mallet to 1/2-in. thickness. Drizzle with lemon juice; sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Cut into strips., In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and red peppers. Spread half of the mayonnaise mixture over four slices of bread. Layer each with one slice of cheese, chicken, onions and two slices of cheese. Spread remaining mayonnaise mixture over remaining bread; place over top. Spread outsides of sandwiches with butter., Grill sandwiches, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until golden brown and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675 calories, Fat 36g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 97mg cholesterol, Sodium 1189mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

ATHENIAN CHICKEN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Mozzarella and feta cheese make one delicious duo in this upscale grilled cheese that also features tender Athenian chicken and fresh herb flavor. -Michael Cohen, Los Angeles, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon plus 1/4 cup olive oil, divided
6 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano
2 tablespoons capers, drained
8 slices olive or Italian bread (1/2 inch thick)

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, cook chicken and garlic in 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Set aside and keep warm., In a small bowl, combine the cheeses, mint, oregano and capers. Distribute half the cheese mixture evenly among 4 bread slices. Layer with chicken and remaining cheese mixture. Top with remaining bread. Brush outsides of sandwiches with remaining oil., Using a large cast-iron skillet or electric griddle over medium heat, toast sandwiches until cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes on each side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 605 calories, Fat 36g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 112mg cholesterol, Sodium 918mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 41g protein.

BBQ CHICKEN AND CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Make and share this BBQ Chicken and Cheese Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 slices bacon, cut in half crosswise
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, trimmed
salt and pepper
1 cup barbecue sauce (Sweet Baby Ray)
1 chipotle chile, minced
1/4 cup water
4 large buns or 4 large French rolls, split in half
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese or 1 1/2 cups longhorn cheese
green onion, sliced thin

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to upper-middle position and heat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Fry bacon in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until crispy, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large paper towel-lined plate and pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat.
  • Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Cook chicken in bacon fat until browned on one side, about 4 minutes.
  • Flip chicken and add barbecue sauce, chile and water. Cover, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce is slightly thickened, about 8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and slice crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces.
  • Arrange buns cut side up on baking sheet. Divide chicken among bottom halves of rolls and top with sauce, cheese, bacon and green onions. Bake open-faced sandwiches in oven until cheese melts and buns are golden brown, about 4 minutes.
  • Top each sandwich with toasted roll top. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 574, Fat 23.6, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 132.9, Sodium 1500.2, Carbohydrate 47.3, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 21.9, Protein 40.9

GRILLED CHICKEN 'N' CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Take a normal grilled cheese from everyday to extraordinary by adding delicious chicken salad to the mix.

Provided by Southern Living Editors

Time 20m

Yield Makes 6 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1/3 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup slivered almonds, toasted
1/4 cup diced celery
1/2 cup mayonnaise
12 (3/4-ounce) Monterey Jack cheese slices
12 whole wheat bread slices
1/4 cup butter or margarine,softened

Steps:

  • Stir together first 5 ingredients. Place 1 cheese slice on each of 6 bread slices; spread evenly with chicken mixture, and top with remaining cheese and bread slices. Spread half of butter evenly on 1 side of each sandwich.
  • Cook sandwiches, buttered side down, in a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat about 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Spread remaining butter evenly on ungrilled sides; turn and cook 3 minutes or until lightly browned.

GRILLED SWISS CHEESE AND CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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These are great for a quick lunch or a soup and sandwich night. Kids love these as well as the grown ups. Sourdough is another fantastic choice of bread to grill these on. You can interchange any type of cheese. Please use the best ketchup you can find, I use Heinz, as it will make all of the difference.

Provided by FLUFFSTER

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 whole boneless skinless chicken breast (about 3/4 pound)
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon good quality ketchup
4 slices rye bread (thick slices)
4 slices swiss cheese, cut to fit the bread
2 small whole sweet pickles, sliced thin, plus
2 whole pickles (to garnish)
2 slices red onions (thin slices)
1 large egg
2 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • In a small, heavy skillet heat 1/2 tablespoons of the butteer over moderately high heat until the foam subsides, in it saute' the chicken, turning it once, for 12 to 15 minutes, or it is springy to the touch and just cooked through, and on a work surface shred the chicken.
  • In a small bowl combine well the mayonnaise, the ketchup, and salt and pepper to taste, divide the mixture among the bread slices, spreading it, and top it with the Swiss cheese. Divide the pickle and onion slices between 2 of the half-sandwiches, top them with the chicken, and cover the chicken, with the remaining half-sandwiches.
  • In a small shallow disk whisk together the egg, milk, and salt and pepper to taste, press each sandwich together firmly, and dip the sandwiches, one at a time, in the egg mixture, turning them to coat them thoroughly. In a heavy skillet heat 1/2 tablespoons of the remaining butter over moderate heat until the foam subsides and in it cook the sandwiches, covered, for 4 minutes or until the undersides are a golden brown. Transfer the sandwiches to plates, halve them with a serrated knife, and garnish them with the whole picklesd, cut lengthwise into fan shapes.

BUFFALO CHICKEN GRILLED CHEESE SANDWICHES



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Take your everyday grilled cheese sandwiches to new heights with the addition of shredded Buffalo chicken, blue cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Serve with ranch dressing, or additional wing sauce, and some fresh, raw vegetables for crunch!

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Chicken Sandwiches

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

½ cup hot Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's® REDHOT Buffalo Wing Sauce), or to taste
2 teaspoons granulated garlic
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 ½ teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 ½ cups shredded cooked chicken
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled blue cheese
8 slices Texas toast
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup ranch dressing, or to taste
1 ½ cups carrot strips
1 cup celery sticks

Steps:

  • Combine wing sauce, granulated garlic, onion powder, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne in a large saucepan. Stir over medium heat until warm, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Toss in cooked shredded chicken, coating all the chicken pieces with the seasoning mixture, and heat through, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in blue cheese crumbles.
  • Assemble the sandwiches by starting with a slice of Texas toast. Add one slice of Monterey Jack cheese, top with chicken mixture, add a second slice of cheese, then place another slice of toast on top, buttered-side up. Repeat for 4 sandwiches.
  • Place a completed sandwich in a nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, until the toast is browned and the cheese is softened, 3 to 5 minutes. Be careful not to burn the toast. Turn down the heat if the sandwich is browning too fast. Using a spatula, carefully turn the sandwich and cook until the sandwich is brown on the other side, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Serve with additional wing sauce, if desired, ranch dressing, carrot strips, and celery sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 905.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.8 g, Cholesterol 127.3 mg, Fat 63.3 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 41.2 g, SaturatedFat 22.4 g, Sodium 2536.3 mg

CHEESY BBQ CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Delight in these sweet and savory Cheesy BBQ Chicken Sandwiches! These Cheesy BBQ Chicken Sandwiches are perfect for your next family gathering.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 20m

Yield Makes 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 onion, thinly sliced, separated into rings
4 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1 lb.)
1/4 cup KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
3/4 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Cheddar Cheese
4 whole wheat sandwich rolls (6 inch), partially split

Steps:

  • Cook onions in large covered skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 2 min.; stir, then push to one side of skillet. Add chicken; cook 4 min. Turn chicken; top with barbecue sauce. Cook, covered, on medium-low 6 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Stir onions.
  • Sprinkle chicken with cheese; cook, covered, 1 min. or until cheese is melted.
  • Fill rolls with chicken and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 540 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 10 g, Protein 23 g

Tips:

  • To achieve a smoky flavor without a grill, use smoked paprika or liquid smoke in the marinade or sauce.
  • For a crispy chicken, coat it in flour or breadcrumbs before frying or baking.
  • To prevent the chicken from drying out, marinate it for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Use a variety of cheeses for a more complex flavor. Cheddar, mozzarella, and provolone are all popular choices.
  • Serve the sandwiches with your favorite sides, such as coleslaw, potato salad, or french fries.

Conclusion:

BBQ chicken and cheese sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With so many different ways to make them, you're sure to find a recipe that you love. So fire up the grill or oven and get ready to enjoy a delicious BBQ chicken and cheese sandwich!

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