Goat Cheese Hot Honey Chicken (Printable)

Crispy sourdough layered with creamy goat cheese, tender shredded chicken, and spicy honey for an irresistible sweet-heat combination.

# What You Need:

→ Bread & Cheese

01 - 4 slices sourdough bread
02 - 4 oz goat cheese, softened

→ Chicken

03 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded

→ Hot Honey

04 - 2 tbsp honey
05 - 0.5 to 1 tsp red chili flakes

→ Additional

06 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
07 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a small bowl, combine honey and chili flakes to make hot honey. Set aside.
02 - Lay out the sourdough slices and spread goat cheese evenly on one side of each slice.
03 - Divide shredded chicken over two slices, then drizzle each with hot honey. Sprinkle lightly with salt and black pepper.
04 - Top with remaining bread slices, cheese side down, to form complete sandwiches.
05 - Spread butter on the outside of each sandwich.
06 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Place sandwiches in the pan and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until bread is golden and cheese is melted.
07 - Remove sandwiches from heat, slice in half, and drizzle with extra hot honey if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Perfect Flavor Balance: The tang of the goat cheese cuts through the sweetness of the honey, while the chili flakes provide a gentle kick.
  • Hearty & Filling: With shredded chicken and rustic sourdough, this is a substantial meal that satisfies.
  • Quick Gourmet: Transform simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish in only 20 minutes.
02 -
  • Softened Cheese: Make sure your goat cheese is truly softened at room temperature to prevent tearing the sourdough slices while spreading.
  • Drizzle Sparingly: Reserve a small amount of hot honey for dipping or a final drizzle over the cut halves for the best presentation.
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