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Two Everything Chicken Tomato Grilled Cheese Sandwiches on a cutting board
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Everything Chicken Tomato Grilled Cheese

Never make another boring sandwich again with this delicious Everything Chicken Tomato Grilled Cheese! Adult + Kid-approved!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course, Snack
Keyword: cheese, chicken, dairy-free, easy, everything bagel, family-friendly, gluten-free, grilled cheese, kid-friendly, lunch, snack, southern, tomatoes, weeknight
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 550kcal
Author: Shanika

Ingredients

EVERYTHING BUT BAGEL SEASONING:

  • 4 tsps white sesame seeds
  • 2 tsps black sesame seeds
  • 2 tsps poppy seeds
  • 2 tsps garlic powder
  • 2 tsps onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

GRILLED CHEESE:

  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 4 slices bread (I love using brioche bread or other rustic bread like sourdough, etc. )
  • 1 ½ cups organic mozzarella cheese, grated or shredded (See Post for Tips on getting cheese to melt!)
  • 1 cup organic sharp cheddar cheese, grated or shredded (See Post for Tips on getting cheese to melt!)
  • 1 cup fresh kale, chopped
  • 1 tomato-on-the-vine, sliced thin

EVERYTHING HERB BUTTER:

  • 4 Tbsps unsalted butter, softened at room temp.
  • 2 Tbsps Everything But Bagel seasoning

Instructions

TO MAKE THE EVERYTHING HERB BUTTER:

  • In a bowl, add the softened butter and Everything But Bagel seasoning, stirring them together until smooth, soft, and combined.

ASSEMBLY + COOK:

  • On the outsides of each bread slice, spread a bit of the Everything Herb Butter so that they become nicely crisp and golden.
  • On one side of 2 slices of bread, add a handful of the mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheese until evenly covered followed a handful of shredded chicken, a few slices of tomatoes, and a bit of chopped kale. Place together one side of bread that has the ingredients on it with the other side that has nothing (ensuring that the buttered side is on the outside), pressing them gently together to make a sandwich. Repeat until all sandwiches are made.
  • In a large skillet (12-inch) over medium-high heat, add the sandwiches (one side down), cooking until golden brown and the cheese has melted, about 3-4 minutes. Flip sandwich unto opposite side and cook for another 3-4 minutes. NOTE: The Everything bagel seasoning should be "set" into the sandwiches at this point.
  • Once done, cut in halves (if desired), plate the sandwiches with your favorite side or chips and enjoy.
  • Bon Appetit!

Notes

  • EVERYTHING BUT BAGEL SEASONING (STORAGE): This original recipe makes about ¼ cup, however, you can always make a larger batch of this and store it in an airtight container in a dry, cool place for up to 6 months.
  • GUTEN-FREE OPTION: To make these grilled cheese sandwiches entirely GF, simply ensure that the bread is GF-Friendly.
  • DAIRY-FREE OPTION: To make these grilled cheese sandwiches entirely dairy-free, simply sub the butter with vegan butter as well as ensure that the bread is vegan and sub the cheese with high-quality cheese shreds. 
  • EQUIPMENT: Here, I’ve curated a list of cooking + baking essentials that I use to achieve my favorite baked goods or cooked meals, especially with this Everything Chicken Tomato Grilled Cheese. Everything from my fave baking sheet, parchment paper, food processor, high-powered blender, skillets, and more. SEE THEM HERE!

Nutrition

Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 1506mg | Potassium: 468mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 4077IU | Vitamin C: 32mg | Calcium: 283mg | Iron: 5mg