Buffalo Chicken Grilled Cheese (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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8 slices sandwich bread
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2 cups cooked chicken breasts, shredded (e.g., rotisserie chicken)
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2 teaspoons minced garlic
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's Hot Sauce)
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1/2 cup ranch dressing (homemade or store-bought)
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4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
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4-8 slices muenster cheese
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4 tablespoons crumbled blue cheese
# Instructions:
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In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, crumbled blue cheese, paprika, ground black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mash or stir until evenly mixed. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, combine cooked shredded chicken, hot sauce, ranch dressing, and minced garlic. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
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Spread a layer of butter on one side of each slice of bread. Flip the bread over and spread the cream cheese mixture on four slices. Evenly distribute the chicken mixture (approximately 1/2 cup per sandwich) over the cream cheese layer. Place one to two slices of muenster cheese on the remaining slices of bread and assemble the sandwiches.
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Spray a large skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy. Flip the sandwiches and cook for an additional 5 minutes on the other side. Depending on the size of your skillet, you may need to cook in batches.
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Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and serve immediately with additional buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, or blue cheese dressing if desired.
# Notes:
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You can store cooked sandwiches in foil in the fridge for up to two days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 175°C (350°F) for 10-15 minutes for the best results.
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If you're not a fan of the cheeses used, consider substituting with Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, white cheddar, or mozzarella.
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For added flavor, consider including mashed avocado, diced tomatoes, or chopped celery in the sandwich filling or cream cheese mixture.