Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Apple Bacon and Cheddar Grilled Cheese is a delicious twist on the classic grilled cheese sandwich that melds the sweetness of Fuji apples with the savory goodness of chicken bacon and rich cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. This sandwich is perfect for a cozy lunch or quick weeknight dinner, making it an easy yet delightful option for any meal. With its unique flavor combination, it’s destined to become a favorite in your home.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 slices Chicken Bacon
- 1 Fuji Apple, sliced thinly
- 1/2 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded
- 3–4 sprigs Fresh Thyme
- 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 tbsp Mayo
- 2 tsp Everything But The Bagel seasoning
- 1 tsp honey
- 3 leaves Fresh Sage, chopped
- 4 tbsps Salted Butter
- Sourdough bread
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Arrange chicken bacon on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy. Increase oven temperature to 400°F.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together Dijon mustard, mayo, Everything But The Bagel seasoning, honey, and chopped sage.
- Spread sauce on two slices of sourdough bread. Layer with cheddar and mozzarella cheese, followed by chicken bacon and thin apple slices. Add fresh thyme before pressing the sandwich together.
- Place the sandwich in an oven-safe skillet; add butter on top and in the pan. Bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese melts.
- Transfer skillet to medium-high heat; cook each side for an additional 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (220g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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