Bacon Melt

⏱ Prep Time: 10 minutes

🔥 Cook Time: 12 minutes

🍽 Total Time: 22 minutes

🍔 Servings: 4 sandwiches

🔥 BBQ Bacon Chicken Melt Sandwich

🌟 Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

• ½ cup sweet BBQ sauce

• 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 tablespoon olive oil

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella

• 4 brioche buns or Texas toast

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder

• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

• Optional: pickles, ranch drizzle, jalapeños

🍳 Tools.

• Mixing bowl

• Spatula

• Cutting board

• Sharp knife

• Tongs

👨‍🍳 Instructions (Step-by-Step)

1️⃣ Caramelize the onions

• Heat olive oil + butter in skillet over medium heat.

• Add sliced onions, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.

• Cook 5–6 minutes until soft and lightly golden.

2️⃣ Mix the filling

• In a bowl, combine:
  ✔ shredded chicken
  ✔ chopped bacon
  ✔ BBQ sauce
  ✔ caramelized onions
  ✔ cheddar + mozzarella

• Stir until fully coated and cheesy.

3️⃣ Toast the bread

• Wipe skillet clean.

• Add a little butter and toast buns/Texas toast until golden.

4️⃣ Build the melts

• Add a thick layer of chicken-bacon-BBQ mixture to each bottom bun.

• Add extra cheese on top.

• Close sandwich.

5️⃣ Melt it together

• Return sandwiches to skillet on low heat.

• Cover with a lid to melt cheese (2–3 minutes).

• Flip gently and crisp the other side.

6️⃣ Serve

• Add pickles, ranch drizzle, or jalapeños if you like.

• Serve warm — cheese should be gooey and BBQ sauce smoky!

🔥 Great With

• Air-fried potato wedges

• Side salad

• Mac & cheese

• Corn on the cob

Cast iron skillet or nonstick pan

Reviews

What people say about our sandwich

The BBQ bacon chicken melt is packed with flavor and perfectly toasted. I crave it every week!

Amy Lee

Austin TX

Every bite bursts with smoky bacon and tender chicken. This sandwich has become my go-to comfort food.

Jon Ray

Denver CO

★★★★★

★★★★★

FAQs

What is it?

A BBQ bacon chicken melt sandwich is a savory, grilled delight.

What’s inside?

It features tender chicken, smoky bacon, melted cheese, and tangy BBQ sauce.

How is it prepared?

We grill the chicken and bacon, then layer them with cheese and BBQ sauce before toasting the sandwich to golden perfection.

Is it spicy?

It has a mild smoky kick, not too spicy for most tastes.

Can I customize it?

Yes, you can add extra cheese or swap bacon for turkey bacon.

Is it suitable for kids?

Absolutely, it’s a kid-friendly sandwich with familiar flavors and no overwhelming spices.

Get in Touch

Questions about our BBQ bacon chicken melt? Reach out anytime!

Phone

555-1234

Email

info@bbqmelts.com

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