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Buffalo Chicken Panini

A spicy and savory panini filled with tender buffalo chicken, creamy ranch dressing, and melted cheese, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Buffalo Chicken Filling
  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing for spreading
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
Panini Assembly
  • 8 slices ciabatta bread or any preferred bread
  • 2 tablespoons butter softened for spreading

Method
 

Prepare the Buffalo Chicken
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until well coated.
  2. Set aside to let the flavors meld for a few minutes.
Assemble the Panini
  1. Spread ranch dressing on one side of each slice of ciabatta bread.
  2. On the unspread side, layer the buffalo chicken mixture and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Top with another slice of bread, ranch side down.
Cook the Panini
  1. Preheat the panini press according to manufacturer's instructions.
  2. Spread softened butter on the outer sides of the bread.
  3. Place the sandwiches in the panini press and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Serve
  1. Remove the panini from the press, slice in half, and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less buffalo sauce. Serve with extra ranch dressing on the side.

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