Description
Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, these Hot Chicken Sandwiches are the ultimate comfort food—perfect for a quick family dinner, game day snack, or satisfying lunch. They’re melty, savory, and absolutely addictive.
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover)
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
- 1 large French bread loaf or 4 hoagie rolls, sliced in half
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Make the filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, green onions, mayo, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Assemble sandwiches: Slice bread in half lengthwise and spread the chicken mixture evenly over the cut sides. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Place on the baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
- Serve hot: Slice into portions and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Add cooked bacon bits or diced jalapeños for a flavorful twist.
- Use leftover turkey or ham as an alternative to chicken.
- Make it extra gooey by broiling for 1–2 minutes at the end.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 hot chicken sandwich
- Calories: Approximately 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg