Chili Crisp Honey Chicken (Printable Version)

Sweet and spicy chicken with honey and chili crisp layered between melty cheese and crisp bread.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Chicken Mixture

01 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 2 tablespoons chili crisp, plus extra for serving
04 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
05 - 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Sandwich Components

07 - 8 slices sourdough or sturdy sandwich bread
08 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
10 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken, honey, chili crisp, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated. Set aside.
02 - In a separate bowl, mix shredded mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses until well blended.
03 - Lay out the bread slices. Spread a thin layer of softened butter on one side of each slice. If desired, apply mayonnaise on the opposite side for added crispness.
04 - On the unbuttered side of half the bread slices, layer cheese mixture generously, followed by the honey chili crisp chicken, then top with more cheese. Cover with remaining bread slices, ensuring buttered side faces outward.
05 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan, working in batches if needed. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until bread is golden and cheese is fully melted.
06 - Remove sandwiches from heat. Let cool slightly before slicing. Serve with additional chili crisp if preferred.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The honey and chili crisp create an addictive sweet heat that keeps you coming back for another bite
  • These come together in under 30 minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have
02 -
  • Low and slow heat prevents burning the bread before the cheese melts
  • The mayonnaise trick sounds weird but it creates the crispest exterior imaginable
03 -
  • Butter the bread all the way to the edges for maximum golden coverage
  • Let the chicken mixture sit for 10 minutes before assembling so flavors meld
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