Crispy Shallot Chicken Cheese (Printable)

Juicy chicken and crispy shallots blend with melted cheese for a rich grilled sandwich experience.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast (rotisserie or poached)
02 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
03 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Shallots

06 - 1/2 cup crispy fried shallots (store-bought or homemade)

→ Cheese

07 - 8 slices sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 4 slices mozzarella cheese

→ Bread & Assembly

09 - 8 slices sourdough or country bread
10 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# How To Make It:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
02 - Spread softened butter on one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place 4 bread slices, butter side down, on a clean surface. Layer each with 1 slice cheddar, a generous scoop of chicken mixture, 2 tablespoons crispy fried shallots, 1 slice mozzarella, and 1 more slice cheddar.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, butter side up, to form sandwiches.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese has melted.
06 - Remove from heat and allow to rest 1 to 2 minutes. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The combination of textures makes every bite interesting and satisfying
  • It transforms leftover chicken into something that feels restaurant-special
  • The salty shallots balance perfectly with sharp cheddar
02 -
  • Low and slow heat prevents burning the bread before the cheese melts
  • Letting the sandwiches rest prevents all that glorious cheese from oozing out when you slice
03 -
  • Use a spatula to press the sandwich gently while cooking for even browning
  • Keep the heat at medium to give the cheese time to melt without scorching the bread
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