Buffalo Chicken Ranch Grilled Cheese

# Components:

→ Buffalo Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded

02 - 1/3 cup buffalo sauce

03 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

→ Cheese & Dressing

04 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated

05 - 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, grated

06 - 1/4 cup ranch dressing

→ Bread & Assembly

07 - 8 slices sourdough or hearty white bread

08 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

09 - 2 tablespoons chopped green onions

# Method:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until chicken is evenly coated.

02 - Lay out bread slices and spread a thin layer of ranch dressing on one side of each slice.

03 - On four slices, layer half the cheddar cheese, then divide buffalo chicken mixture evenly on top. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese and top with remaining cheddar cheese.

04 - Place remaining bread slices ranch-side down to close the sandwiches.

05 - Spread softened butter on the outside of each sandwich, covering both top and bottom surfaces.

06 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.

07 - Remove from heat, slice in half diagonally, and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

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It turns pantry leftovers into something that tastes like you planned it all week.
The creamy ranch cools down the buffalo heat just enough to keep you coming back for more.
Crispy, buttery bread and gooey melted cheese make every bite feel indulgent.
You can have it on the table in under half an hour, even on your messiest weeknights.

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Dont crank the heat too high or the bread will burn before the cheese melts, medium heat is the sweet spot.
If your chicken is dry, add an extra tablespoon of melted butter to the buffalo mix to bring it back to life.
Press the sandwiches gently while they cook, but dont smash them flat or youll squeeze out all the good stuff.

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