These grilled buffalo chicken sandwiches are seriously SO good. Smoky, tangy, and juicy, the perfectly grilled buffalo chicken breasts are topped with a delicious slaw, making this sandwich hearty and satisfying. Full of bold flavors, this is an easy recipe to whip up for an easy weeknight meal.
Course BBQ, Main Course
Cuisine American
Prep Time 30 minutesminutes
Cook Time 30 minutesminutes
Total Time 1 hourhour
Servings 4servings
Calories 814kcal
Author Carmy
Ingredients
For the Slaw
2cupsfinely sliced purple cabbage(one small cabbage)
Combine the sliced cabbage with ½ teaspoon of salt and let it sit in a colander for 30 minutes or more.
Meanwhile, whisk together the mayonnaise, zest of the lemon, and lemon juice.
Transfer the drained cabbage to a large bowl, then add the carrots, sliced red onion, green onions, and cilantro. Toss well with the mayonnaise mixture, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
For the Chicken Sandwiches
Pat dry the chicken breasts with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Place chicken breasts into a bowl and pour buffalo sauce over top. Mix to fully coat the chicken. Let marinate for 15-30 minutes.
Heat the grill to 400F or add some oil to coat a grill pan over medium heat on the stove.
Place the chicken breasts onto the grill, smooth side down. Discard any leftover buffalo sauce.
Grill the chicken breasts on direct heat for 12 to 16 minutes, depending on the size of the breasts, making sure to flip the chicken breasts at the halfway mark. If using a grill, keep the lid of the grill closed between flipping.
A minute before you finish grilling, add the cheese and allow it to melt over the chicken.
Remove the breasts from the grill and allow the chicken to rest for at least five minutes before serving. Meanwhile, toast the brioche buns and assemble the sandwiches with the slaw on top of the chicken breasts.