Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients
For the Buffalo Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce, plus more for serving, if desired
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sandwiches
- 4 sandwich rolls, such as brioche buns or kaiser rolls, split
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened, for spreading
Optional Garnishes
- as needed ranch dressing
- as needed blue cheese dressing
- as needed celery sticks
Instructions
- 1
If starting with raw chicken breasts, cook them until fully done. This can be done by boiling, baking, or grilling. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks or a stand mixer. Set aside.
⏱️ 15 min00
- 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the buffalo sauce, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add the shredded chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Reduce heat to low and keep warm while preparing the bread.
⏱️ 5 min00
- 3
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly butter the cut sides of the sandwich rolls. Place the buttered rolls face down on the hot skillet and toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
⏱️ 5 min00
- 4
Assemble the sandwiches: Place 2 slices of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Spoon a generous amount of the warm buffalo chicken mixture over the cheese. Top with the other half of the roll.
⏱️ 3 min00
- 5
Return the assembled sandwiches to the skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is nicely toasted and warmed through. You can cover the skillet for a minute or two to help the cheese melt faster.
⏱️ 5 min00
- 6
Serve immediately with your favorite dressings like ranch or blue cheese, and celery sticks on the side, if desired.
⏱️ 2 min00
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
For the Buffalo Chicken
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce, plus more for serving, if desired
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Sandwiches
- 4 sandwich rolls, such as brioche buns or kaiser rolls, split
- 8 slices provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened, for spreading
Optional Garnishes
- as needed ranch dressing
- as needed blue cheese dressing
- as needed celery sticks
Instructions
- 1
If starting with raw chicken breasts, cook them until fully done. This can be done by boiling, baking, or grilling. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks or a stand mixer. Set aside.
⏱️ 15 min00 - 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the buffalo sauce, melted butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add the shredded chicken. Stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce. Reduce heat to low and keep warm while preparing the bread.
⏱️ 5 min00 - 3
Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Lightly butter the cut sides of the sandwich rolls. Place the buttered rolls face down on the hot skillet and toast until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
⏱️ 5 min00 - 4
Assemble the sandwiches: Place 2 slices of provolone cheese on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Spoon a generous amount of the warm buffalo chicken mixture over the cheese. Top with the other half of the roll.
⏱️ 3 min00 - 5
Return the assembled sandwiches to the skillet or griddle over medium-low heat. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the bread is nicely toasted and warmed through. You can cover the skillet for a minute or two to help the cheese melt faster.
⏱️ 5 min00 - 6
Serve immediately with your favorite dressings like ranch or blue cheese, and celery sticks on the side, if desired.
⏱️ 2 min00