Chicken Nugget Grilled Cheese (Printable version)

A comforting sandwich with crispy chicken nuggets and melted cheddar, ready in 20 minutes.

# Needed ingredients:

→ For the Sandwiches

01 - 4 slices sandwich bread (white or whole wheat)
02 - 4 cooked chicken nuggets
03 - 4 slices cheddar cheese or American cheese
04 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

→ Optional Add-ins

05 - 2 tablespoons ketchup or honey mustard
06 - 2 lettuce leaves

# How to make it:

01 - Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
02 - Lightly butter one side of each bread slice.
03 - Place two slices of bread, buttered side down, on a flat surface. Top each with 2 slices of cheese.
04 - Place two cooked chicken nuggets, sliced in half if needed, on top of the cheese on each sandwich.
05 - Drizzle ketchup or honey mustard over the chicken nuggets if desired.
06 - Cover each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, buttered side up.
07 - Transfer sandwiches to the skillet. Cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden brown and cheese melts.
08 - Remove sandwiches from skillet, allow to cool slightly, cut in half, and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It transforms ordinary leftovers into something that feels like a hug on a plate
  • The texture contrast alone is worth every single bite
02 -
  • Cold nuggets prevent the cheese from melting properly – warm them first for the best results
  • Pressing too hard squeezes out all the gooey cheese – gentle pressure is enough
03 -
  • Mayo instead of butter on the bread creates an even crispier exterior that browns beautifully
  • Use a panini press if you want restaurant grill marks and even melting
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