Description
BBQ Chicken Pineapple Grilled Cheese is a mouthwatering fusion of savory BBQ chicken, sweet pineapple, and gooey melted cheese, all nestled between crispy bread. This easy-to-make sandwich is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, delivering vibrant flavors with each bite. Enjoy the delightful contrast of textures and tastes that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 4 fresh pineapple slices
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 slices sourdough or Texas toast bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then grill for about 6 minutes per side until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Let rest before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread generously.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer shredded chicken, pineapple slices, and cheese. Top with another slice of bread (buttered side out).
- Grill each sandwich on medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing in half. Serve warm with extra BBQ sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg