Meat Loaded Cheese Grilled Sandwich
Weekends are for comfort, and what’s more comforting than a gooey grilled cheese sandwich? This version takes things up a notch with shredded chicken, smoky chicken ham, fresh veggies, and melty cheese slices stacked between golden, buttery bread. It’s quick, hearty, and feels like a gourmet treat without the fuss.
Whether you’re planning a lazy brunch, a quick lunch, or an evening binge, this cheese sandwich recipe delivers flavour and satisfaction in every bite.
How to Make
- 1.
Preheat a grill or sandwich press to 180°C (medium-high heat).
- 2.
Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice.
- 3.
Evenly layer shredded chicken on two slices of bread.
- 4.
Add sliced chicken ham, tomato, and onion.
- 5.
Top with cheese slices and season with salt and pepper.
- 6.
Place the remaining bread slices on top to form sandwiches.
- 7.
Spread butter on the outer sides of the sandwiches.
- 8.
Grill for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 9.
Let cool slightly, slice in half, and serve hot!
Fun Facts
- Cheese pull craze: Did you know “cheese pull” shots (that oozy stretch when you pull apart a grilled cheese) became one of the most viral food trends on Instagram? That melt factor is irresistible both on screen and in real life.
- Grilled cheese day: There’s an actual National Grilled Cheese Day celebrated every year on April 12th in the US, proof of how iconic this sandwich really is.
- The world’s biggest grilled cheese: The record-breaking grilled cheese weighed over 320 kg and needed a custom-built grill to cook it. Talk about a weekend binge!
- Perfect pairing: Grilled cheese and tomato soup is the ultimate comfort food combo. In fact, many diners worldwide serve them together as a “classic set.”
- Cheese science: When cheese melts, proteins relax and fat becomes creamy, giving you that gooey, stretchy bite that makes grilled sandwiches so addictive.