Buffalo Chicken Ranch Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)

Spicy buffalo chicken, creamy ranch, and sharp cheddar melted between buttery golden bread for the ultimate comfort sandwich.

# What You Need:

→ Buffalo Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/3 cup buffalo sauce
03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

→ Cheese & Dressing

04 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
05 - 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated
06 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing

→ Bread & Assembly

07 - 8 slices sourdough or hearty white bread
08 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until chicken is evenly coated.
02 - Lay out all bread slices and spread a thin layer of ranch dressing on one side of each slice.
03 - On four bread slices, layer half the cheddar cheese, then divide buffalo chicken mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and top with remaining cheddar cheese.
04 - Place remaining bread slices ranch-side down to close each sandwich securely.
05 - Spread softened butter on the outside of each sandwich on both top and bottom surfaces.
06 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is completely melted.
07 - Remove from heat, slice each sandwich in half diagonally, and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms leftover chicken into something crave worthy and new
  • The ranch and buffalo sauce balance creates that perfect hot cool contrast we all chase
  • Ready in 25 minutes but tastes like it came from a specialty sandwich shop
02 -
  • Do not skip softening the butter for spreading cold butter tears the bread and creates uneven browning
  • Keep the heat at medium, high heat burns the bread before the cheese has time to melt properly
  • A thin ranch layer is key, too much makes the bread disappointingly soggy
03 -
  • Use a cheese grater instead of pre shredded cheese for better melting and creamier texture
  • Let the sandwiches rest for 2 minutes after cooking so the cheese sets slightly
  • A cast iron skillet creates the most even golden crust, but any heavy pan works well
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