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Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich


  • Author: Julia Walton
  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 1 sandwich

Description

Craving comfort food with serious flair? This Pulled Pork Grilled Cheese Sandwich delivers buttery, golden bread stuffed with smoky pulled pork and a river of melted cheddar. Whether you’re looking for a quick dinner idea, a hearty lunch, or a weekend indulgence, this recipe is a satisfying mash-up of BBQ richness and gooey grilled cheese nostalgia. Great for using up leftovers or making the star of your menu, this sandwich fits every craving moment.


Ingredients

2 slices of thick-cut white or sourdough bread

1/2 cup pulled pork (homemade or store-bought)

23 slices sharp cheddar cheese (or any melty cheese you prefer)

1 tablespoon unsalted butter (softened)

Optional: BBQ sauce, pickled jalapeños, or caramelized onions


Instructions

  1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
  2. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Place one slice, buttered side down, on the skillet.
  4. Layer with one slice of cheese, pulled pork, and a second cheese slice.
  5. Top with the second bread slice, butter side up.
  6. Cook 3-4 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden and melty.
  7. Let rest for a minute before slicing and serving.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer