Grilled Buffalo-Style Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Slaw
A spicy grilled chicken sandwich inspired by Buffalo flavors, topped with a tangy blue cheese coleslaw for a refreshing crunch. This american-inspired chicken ready in about 30 minutes pairs (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts, hot sauce (Buffalo style), unsalted butter for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (6 oz each) boneless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (Buffalo style)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cups shredded green cabbage
- 1 cup shredded red cabbage
- 1 medium, shredded carrot
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 2 burger buns
- 1 tbsp butter for buns
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 2 tbsp unsalted butter and stir in 1/4 cup hot sauce to create Buffalo sauce; remove from heat and set aside.
- Step 2: Pat dry 2 boneless chicken breasts and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Brush with 1 tbsp olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Step 3: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Grill chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and juices run clear.
- Step 4: During the last minute of grilling, brush each chicken breast generously with the prepared Buffalo sauce.
- Step 5: Meanwhile, in a medium bowl, combine 2 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded red cabbage, 1 shredded medium carrot, 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese, 3 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp honey. Toss well to make blue cheese slaw.
- Step 6: Lightly butter 2 burger buns with 1 tbsp butter total and toast on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and warm.
- Step 7: Assemble sandwiches by placing each Buffalo chicken breast on the toasted bun bottom and topping with a generous scoop of blue cheese slaw. Cover with the bun top and serve immediately.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Grilled Buffalo-Style Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Slaw take to make?
Total time is about 30 minutes (15 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Grilled Buffalo-Style Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Slaw?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep hot sauce (buffalo style) from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Buffalo-Style Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Slaw?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Grilled Buffalo-Style Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Slaw for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Grilled Buffalo-Style Chicken Sandwich with Blue Cheese Slaw?
American chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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