Buffalo Chicken Caesar Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Spicy buffalo chicken meets creamy Caesar dressing in this indulgent grilled cheese with melted cheese and crispy bread.

# What You'll Need:

→ Buffalo Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/4 cup buffalo sauce, plus extra for drizzling
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

→ Cheese

04 - 8 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

→ Caesar Layer

06 - 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
07 - 1 cup romaine lettuce, thinly shredded

→ Bread

08 - 8 slices sturdy country bread or sourdough
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How to Make It:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and melted butter, tossing until evenly coated throughout.
02 - Lay out all bread slices and spread Caesar dressing evenly on one side of each slice.
03 - On four bread slices, layer provolone cheese, buffalo chicken mixture, shredded romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, and another slice of provolone cheese in sequence.
04 - Top each filled sandwich with remaining bread slices, Caesar dressing side facing inward. Spread softened butter on the exterior of each sandwich slice.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grill sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure, until bread achieves golden color and cheese fully melts.
06 - Transfer grilled sandwiches to a cutting board, allow brief cooling, slice diagonally, and serve immediately. Drizzle with additional buffalo sauce if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The spicy buffalo tang cuts through the rich melted cheese creating this incredible flavor balance that keeps you coming back for bite after bite
  • Its the perfect solution for leftover chicken and comes together in under half an hour which makes it ideal for busy weeknights or unexpected guests
02 -
  • Do not skip spreading butter on the outside of the bread as this is what creates that irresistible golden crust that makes a grilled cheese sandwich truly perfect
  • The lettuce goes inside the sandwich not on top which might seem unusual but it stays crisp and cool against the hot filling creating that fantastic texture contrast
03 -
  • Low heat and patience are your friends here because rushing will lead to burnt bread and unmelted cheese which is the cardinal sin of grilled cheese making
  • Let the sandwiches rest for a full minute after grilling so the cheese sets slightly and does not ooze out the moment you cut into them
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