Whip this sandwich if you crave carbs, cheese, and spice!
- Carbohydrate 0.201289257083651 g
- Cholesterol 55.734200572081 mg
- Fat 20.0917168496149 g
- Fiber 0 g
- Protein 7.06055700493172 g
- Saturated Fat 12.6929550773713 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Serving (71g)
- Sodium 233.673443851045 mg
- Sugar 0.201289257083651 g
- Trans Fat 1.24895279162946 g
- Calories 207 calories
Step-by-step
- In a medium bowl stir together the shredded chicken breast and Frank’s Red Hot sauce.
- Spread ½ tablespoon of butter on one side of each slice of the bread, then stack buttered sides together.
- Layer one ounce of Monterey Jack on each bread stack, then dollop of hot sauce slathered chicken breast and then 1 ounce of blue cheese crumbles.
- Place bread buttered side down in a fry pan over medium heat.
- Cover with a lid and let cook for 3-4 minutes or until golden.
- Reduce the heat to medium-low and flip sandwich to the other side and cook for 2-3 minutes or until bread is toasty golden and cheese has melted.
- The second side will cook faster than the first so watch carefully.
- Cut in half and enjoy hot.
Aged cayenne pepper sauce does the heavy lifting in this sandwich, providing both the sharp acidity and the heat that cut through heavy fats. Combining fiery hot sauce with rich dairy creates a distinct culinary tension. The challenge lies in pairing this assertive sandwich without overwhelming the palate or losing the crisp texture of toasted bread.
Cooling elements restore balance. Serve a sharp celery slaw tossed in plain yogurt alongside the skillet. Celery provides the classic botanical crunch associated with buffalo wing culture. Quick-pickled red onions introduce bright acetic acid to counter the dense melting cheeses. Avoid heavy, mayonnaise-based salads that duplicate the fat content of the butter-toasted bread.
Temperature management requires attention at the stove. Cook the first side covered over medium heat for three to four minutes to allow thermal energy to penetrate the dense cheese layers. Reduce heat to medium-low before flipping. The second side browns faster due to moisture loss and requires only two to three minutes.
