Grilled Cheese with a Kick
Turn up the heat on a classic comfort food with this irresistible Grilled Cheese with a Kick recipe! Featuring layers of gooey sharp cheddar and pepper jack cheese, this sandwich gets its signature spice from thinly sliced jalapeños and a creamy garlic-infused spread with a dash of red chili flakes for extra fire. Nestled between buttery, golden-brown slices of sourdough bread, every bite balances melty richness with the perfect touch of heat. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for lunch, dinner, or a satisfying snack. Whether you're a spice lover or just looking to elevate your grilled cheese game, this bold and flavorful twist will have you coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Pepper jack cheese, shredded
- 1 medium Jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-low heat.
Butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread, spreading it evenly to the edges.
In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with garlic powder and red chili flakes (if using) until well combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture on the non-buttered side of two slices of bread.
Layer shredded sharp cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, and thinly sliced jalapeños evenly on top of the cream cheese spread.
Place the other two slices of bread on top of the cheese and jalapeños, with the buttered side facing out.
Carefully place the assembled sandwiches in the preheated skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on one side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until golden brown and the cheese begins to melt.
Flip the sandwich and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the other side is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them rest for 1 minute before slicing in half and serving.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Grilled Cheese with a Kick!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1642 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 103.4 g | 133% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.7 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 334 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 2421 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.2 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.9 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 74.8 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1723 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 466 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
