BBQ Chicken Pineapple Grilled Cheese
BBQ Chicken Pineapple Grilled Cheese is a delightful fusion of smoky BBQ chicken, sweet pineapple, and gooey cheese, all nestled between crispy sourdough bread. This easy-to-make sandwich transforms ordinary ingredients into a flavor-packed dish that evokes memories of summer gatherings and backyard barbecues. Perfect for casual get-togethers or lazy Sundays, it’s sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 cup fresh or canned pineapple rings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 slices thick sourdough bread
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill for about 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest.
- Shred the chicken in a bowl and mix in BBQ sauce until well-coated.
- Butter one side of each slice of sourdough. On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer half the cheddar and mozzarella, followed by the BBQ chicken mixture and a pineapple ring. Top with more cheese and another slice of bread (buttered side out).
- Grill the sandwich for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing in half and serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 1050mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra spice, swap cheddar for pepper jack or add jalapeños. To avoid soggy bread, lightly toast it before filling. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in a skillet.