Sweet Chili Chicken Grilled Cheese (Printable Version)
Golden grilled sandwich with bulgogi chicken, melted cheese, sweet chili, and fresh herbs.
# Ingredients:
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1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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1 small onion, thinly sliced
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1 tablespoon salted butter, softened
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2 slices bread
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60 grams cheddar cheese, shredded or 1 slice, at room temperature
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60 grams monterey jack cheese, shredded or 1 slice, at room temperature
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60 grams cooked chicken or orange chicken bulgogi, sliced or shredded, kept warm
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2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
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1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
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1 tablespoon fresh basil, loosely packed and torn
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1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, loosely packed and torn
# Steps:
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Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are golden and caramelised, about 7 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Spread butter evenly on one side of each bread slice. Place one slice buttered side down in the pan. Sprinkle half of the cheddar and monterey jack cheese on top, then layer with caramelised onions, chicken, sweet chili sauce, toasted sesame seeds, basil, and cilantro. Cover with the remaining cheese and top with the second bread slice, buttered side facing up.
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Grill the assembled sandwich in a preheated pan over medium heat until both sides are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted, about 2 to 4 minutes per side. Press gently with a spatula for even browning.
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Remove from the pan, allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve warm.
# Notes:
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For a crispier crust, use a heavy pan or place a weight on the sandwich while grilling.