Goat Cheese Hot Honey Chicken Grilled Cheese (Printable)

Crispy sourdough with tangy goat cheese, shredded chicken, and spicy hot honey drizzle.

# What You’ll Use:

→ Bread & Cheese

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread
02 - 4 oz goat cheese, softened

→ Chicken

03 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Hot Honey

04 - 2 tbsp honey
05 - 0.5 to 1 tsp red chili flakes

→ Additional

06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How-To:

01 - Combine honey and red chili flakes in a small bowl, stirring until well blended. Set aside.
02 - Lay out the four sourdough slices and spread softened goat cheese evenly on one side of each slice.
03 - Distribute shredded chicken over two slices with goat cheese, then drizzle each with hot honey, reserving a small amount for serving if desired. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
04 - Top with the remaining bread slices, cheese side down, to form two complete sandwiches.
05 - Spread softened butter on the outside of each sandwich.
06 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is fully melted.
07 - Remove sandwiches from heat, slice in half diagonally, and drizzle with additional hot honey if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Gourmet Flavors: The combination of tangy goat cheese and spicy honey creates a sophisticated profile.
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 20 minutes for a high-quality meal.
  • Perfect Texture: Crispy sourdough paired with a melty, juicy interior.
02 -
  • Ensure your goat cheese is truly softened before spreading to avoid tearing the sourdough bread.
  • Using high-quality sourdough adds a necessary tang and structural integrity to the sandwich.
  • Reserved hot honey makes for a beautiful and delicious finishing drizzle just before serving.
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