BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese

This BBQ Chicken Grilled Cheese is a deliciously savory twist on the classic grilled cheese, packed with smoky, tangy flavors and melty Havarti cheese. The filling starts with tender shredded chicken, sautéed with red onions, garlic, smoky paprika, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce for depth, all coated in a rich BBQ sauce. Each sandwich is layered with Havarti cheese for a creamy, mild flavor that melts perfectly with the BBQ chicken. The sourdough bread is spread with a homemade garlic butter, adding a subtle garlicky taste and crispy golden crust when grilled. This hearty, flavor-packed sandwich is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner!

Ingredients

BBQ Chicken

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 ½ cups shredded roasted chicken
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 12 slices Havarti cheese

Garlic Butter Bread

• ¼ cup butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons fresh parsley, minced
• 12 slices sourdough or sturdy white bread

Instructions

Prepare the BBQ Chicken

1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the red onion and cook for about 2 minutes until softened.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Stir in shredded chicken, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, and BBQ sauce. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes until the chicken is fully coated and heated through.

Make the Garlic Butter Bread

4. In a small bowl, combine butter, minced garlic, and parsley. Microwave until the butter melts.
5. Lay out the 12 bread slices on a flat surface. Spread the garlic butter mixture on one side of each slice.

Assemble the Sandwiches

6. Flip each slice so the unbuttered side faces up. On 6 of the slices, place a slice of Havarti cheese, then evenly divide the BBQ chicken mixture on top.
7. Add another slice of Havarti cheese over the chicken, then top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.

Cook the Sandwiches

8. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for 3-5 minutes until the bottoms are golden brown.
9. Flip the sandwiches, reduce the heat to medium-low, and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serve these BBQ chicken grilled cheese sandwiches warm, and enjoy their savory, cheesy goodness!