Name: Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 8 Slices Sandwich Bread 2 Cups Cooked Chicken Breasts (I like using Rotisserie Chicken) 2 teaspoons Minced Garlic ¼ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (Optional) 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper ½ teaspoon Paprika ½ Cup Frank’s Hot Sauce ½ Cup Homemade Ranch Dressing (or your favorite store-bought brand) 4 Oz Cream Cheese 4 tablespoons Butter 4-8 Slices Muenster Cheese 4 tablespoons Crumbled Blue Cheese

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If you’re a fan of bold flavors and gooey, melty cheese, this Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese recipe is about to become your new favorite meal.

Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, this sandwich combines the spicy kick of buffalo chicken with the creamy richness of cheese, all wrapped up in crispy, golden bread. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s also a fantastic way to use up leftover chicken. Let’s dive into how you can make this irresistible dish at home!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick and Easy: You can whip this up in less than 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a satisfying lunch.
Great for Leftovers: Got leftover chicken? This recipe gives it a delicious makeover.
Customizable: Whether you love blue cheese or prefer mozzarella, this recipe is flexible to suit your taste preferences.
Crowd-Pleaser: The combination of spicy buffalo sauce and creamy cheese is always a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Here’s what you’ll need to make four sandwiches:

8 slices of sandwich bread
2 cups of cooked chicken breasts (Rotisserie chicken works perfectly!)
2 teaspoons minced garlic
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
½ cup Frank’s Hot Sauce
½ cup ranch dressing (homemade or store-bought)
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
4 tablespoons butter
4–8 slices of Muenster cheese
4 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese

How to Make Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese

Step 1: Prepare the Cheese Mixture

In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crumbled blue cheese, paprika, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mash and stir until everything is well blended. Set this mixture aside.

Step 2: Make the Buffalo Chicken Filling

In a separate bowl, mix the cooked shredded chicken with hot sauce, ranch dressing, and minced garlic. Stir until the chicken is evenly coated in the flavorful sauce.

Step 3: Assemble the Sandwiches

Take your sandwich bread and spread butter on one side of each slice. Flip the bread over and spread the cheese mixture on four of the slices. Add about ½ cup of the buffalo chicken mixture on top of the cheese layer. On the other four slices of bread, place one or two slices of Muenster cheese (or your preferred sliced cheese). Close the sandwiches by putting the cheese-topped bread over the chicken mixture.

Step 4: Grill to Perfection

Heat a large skillet over low heat and spray it with cooking spray. Grill each sandwich for about 5 minutes on one side, or until the bread turns golden and crispy. Flip and repeat on the other side. Depending on the size of your skillet, you may need to cook the sandwiches in batches.

Step 5: Serve and Enjoy!

Once golden and crispy on both sides, remove the sandwiches from the skillet. Serve with extra buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing for dipping. Enjoy this cheesy, spicy masterpiece!

Tips for Success

Leftover Storage

If you have leftover grilled cheese sandwiches, wrap them in foil and store them in the fridge for up to two days. To reheat, bake them (still wrapped in foil) on a baking sheet at 350°F for 10–15 minutes. This method keeps the bread crispy while melting the cheese evenly. Alternatively, you can microwave them for 30 seconds, but note that the bread won’t stay crispy.

Cheese Swaps

Not a fan of Muenster or blue cheese? No problem! Substitute with Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, white cheddar, or mozzarella. You can also skip the blue cheese entirely if it’s not your thing.

Add Veggies

For an extra layer of flavor and texture, consider adding mashed avocado, diced tomatoes, or chopped celery to your sandwich. You can mix these into the chicken filling or spread them over the cream cheese layer before assembling the sandwich.

Nutritional Information (Per Sandwich)

Calories: 590 kcal
Carbohydrates: 12.7 g
Protein: 32.8 g
Fat: 38.2 g
Saturated Fat: 19 g
Cholesterol: 154 mg
Sodium: 811 mg
Potassium: 298 mg
Fiber: 0.7 g
Sugar: 2.1 g
Calcium: 317 mg
Iron: 2 mg

Why This Recipe Works

The beauty of this Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese lies in its balance of flavors and textures. The spicy heat from Frank’s Hot Sauce pairs beautifully with the creamy richness of ranch dressing and cream cheese. The buttery crispness of toasted bread provides the perfect contrast to the gooey melted cheese inside. Whether you’re a fan of classic comfort food or looking to spice up your sandwich game, this recipe delivers on all fronts.

So next time you’re craving something hearty yet easy to prepare, give this Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese recipe a try. It’s comfort food at its finest—spicy, cheesy, and oh-so-satisfying!