Buffalo Chicken Caesar Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Spicy buffalo chicken meets creamy Caesar dressing in this bold, melty grilled cheese sandwich with crispy golden 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
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 lettuce, and Parmesan cheese. Top each with additional provolone slice
04 - Close each sandwich with remaining bread slices, Caesar dressing side facing inward. Spread softened butter on exterior of each slice
05 - Heat large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Grill sandwiches 3-4 minutes per side, applying gentle pressure, until bread achieves golden color and cheese melts completely
06 - Remove from heat, cool briefly, slice diagonally, and serve immediately with additional buffalo sauce drizzled on top if desired

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • A unique fusion of two classic comfort foods in one crispy sandwich.
  • Ready in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect quick lunch or dinner.
  • The combination of provolone, Parmesan, and Caesar dressing creates an incredibly creamy texture.
02 -
  • Use high-quality sourdough to provide the structural integrity needed for the creamy filling.
  • Check your Caesar dressing label for anchovies if you have specific dietary restrictions.
  • Shred the romaine lettuce very thinly so it wilts slightly without making the bread soggy.
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