Buffalo Chicken Caesar Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Spicy buffalo chicken meets creamy Caesar in this crispy grilled cheese with provolone and golden sourdough.

# What You'll Need:

→ Buffalo Chicken Filling

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

→ Cheese Selection

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

→ Caesar Components

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

→ Bread and Butter

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

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Combine shredded chicken breast with buffalo sauce and melted butter in a mixing bowl. Toss thoroughly until every piece of chicken is evenly coated with the spicy mixture.
02 - Lay out all bread slices on a clean work surface. Spread Caesar dressing generously on one side of each slice, ensuring complete coverage to the edges for maximum flavor distribution.
03 - On four prepared bread slices, arrange ingredients in this order: place two slices of provolone cheese, distribute buffalo chicken mixture evenly, add shredded romaine lettuce, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan. Top with remaining provolone slices to bind the layers.
04 - Place remaining bread slices on top, Caesar dressing side facing inward. Spread softened butter generously on the exterior of both top and bottom bread slices to achieve golden, crispy grilling results.
05 - Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches butter-side down and grill for 3-4 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure with a spatula. Flip carefully when the bottom achieves deep golden brown coloration and cheese begins to melt. Grill the second side until equally golden and all cheese is completely melted.
06 - Transfer sandwiches to a cutting board and let rest for 1-2 minutes to allow cheese to set slightly. Slice diagonally and serve immediately while hot. Offer additional buffalo sauce on the side for drizzling.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Its the ultimate comfort food mashup that hits every craving spot at once
  • Ready in 25 minutes but tastes like something from a pub
  • Perfect for using up leftover chicken or rotisserie
02 -
  • Low and slow heat prevents burning while ensuring the cheese melts completely
  • Pressing gently helps the bread contact the pan evenly for uniform browning
  • The lettuce stays crisp because it's protected from direct heat by the cheese layers
03 -
  • Mayo instead of butter on the outside creates an even crispier crust that wont burn as easily
  • Parmesan mixed into the butter before spreading adds extra flavor to every bite
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