Spicy Kimchi Chicken Cheese Sandwich

A fusion-style toasted sandwich loaded with savory kimchi-marinated chicken, melted yellow cheese, and crunchy onions, pressed to golden perfection.

Ingredients

• 2 slices bread
• 150 g chicken breast
• 1 slice cheese
• 50 g kimchi
• 1/4 onion
• 1 tbsp Korean chili paste
• 1 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp honey
• 1 tsp white sesame seeds
• 1 tbsp cooking oil

Instructions

1. 1Dice the Chicken Breast

   

   Place the chicken breast on a wooden cutting board and carefully cut it into small, uniform cubes so they cook evenly.

   Tip: Cut the chicken pieces into uniform sizes so they cook evenly later.
2. 2Marinate the Chicken

   

   Add Korean chili paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, and white sesame seeds directly into the bowl containing the cubed chicken pieces, then mix well.

   Tip: Make sure to measure the honey and sesame oil properly to balance the sweet and savory flavors.
3. 3Mix and Chop Onions

   

   Stir the chicken and seasonings thoroughly until coated, and chop the onion into small pieces on the cutting board.

   Tip: Stir well until every piece of chicken is evenly coated in the marinade.
4. 4Heat the Pan

   

   Place a grill pan on the stove, add oil, and heat it up over a flame to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.

   Tip: Ensure the pan is adequately heated before adding ingredients to prevent sticking.
5. 5Sauté Onions and Cook Chicken

   

   Sauté the chopped onions in the heated pan until softened, then add the marinated chicken cubes and cook until done.

   Tip: Stir the onions frequently while cooking so they do not burn.
6. 6Add Kimchi

   

   Stir in the chopped kimchi and cook briefly to combine all the flavors together with the chicken and onions.

   Tip: Do not overcook the kimchi so it retains a nice crunch and texture.
7. 7Place Bread and Cheese

   

   Place a slice of bread into the preheated grill pan, then top it directly with a slice of cheese.

   Tip: Ensure the pan is preheated for good grill marks.
8. 8Add Kimchi Chicken Mixture

   

   Spoon the freshly prepared kimchi chicken mixture directly on top of the cheese slice resting on the bread in the pan.

   Tip: Keep the filling neatly centered so it doesnt spill over the edges when pressed.
9. 9Assemble and Press Sandwich

   

   Top with a second slice of bread, then press down firmly with a heavy pan lid or sandwich press while toasting.

   Tip: Pressing down firmly helps melt the cheese and creates crisp contact with the pan.
10. 10Flip the Sandwich

    

    Carefully flip the sandwich over in the grill pan, press down again, and toast the other side until golden brown stripes appear.

    Tip: Watch the heat closely so the bread toasts evenly without burning the outside before the cheese melts.

Storage & Reheating

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