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Grilled Birria Cheese Melt with gooey cheese and flavorful birria filling
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Birria Grilled Cheese

A delightful fusion of traditional birria flavors and gooey cheese, this grilled cheese sandwich is perfect for a comforting meal.
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine Fusion, Mexican
Keyword Beef Sandwich, Birria, comfort food, easy recipe, Grilled Cheese
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Servings 10 servings
Calories 600kcal

Ingredients

Meat Preparation

  • 3 pounds chuck roast A tender, flavorful cut that becomes melt-in-your-mouth delicious when slow-cooked.
  • 1 tablespoon beef bouillon powder or 1 bouillon cube Enhances the hearty flavor profile.
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce (28 ounces) Offers a zesty kick with rich, tomato-infused goodness.

Grilled Cheese Assembly

  • 20 slices Texas toast Thick, airy bread that crisps beautifully.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, divided (1 stick / 113 g) Provides a glorious buttery flavor essential for grilling.
  • 2 1/2 cups queso fresco, divided A creamy cheese that balances the flavors wonderfully.
  • 2 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded, divided Offers a delightful stretch with its meltiness.
  • 1 medium white onion, finely diced, divided Adds a touch of sweetness and crunch.
  • 2 teaspoons chopped cilantro, divided For a fresh garnish that brightens every bite.

Cooking Oil

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing the chuck roast.

Instructions

Preparation of Beef

  • Begin by heating a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Add the olive oil, and once it’s shimmering, sear the chuck roast on each side for about 3 to 5 minutes.

Cooking in Crockpot

  • After searing, transfer the roast to a crockpot.
  • Sprinkle the beef bouillon over it and pour the enchilada sauce on top.
  • Set your crockpot to low and let the beef cook for about 10 hours.
  • Once cooking is complete, shred the beef and return it to the juices.

Grilled Cheese Assembly

  • Butter one side of each slice of Texas toast.
  • In a skillet, place the buttered side down and layer generously with the shredded beef, diced onion, queso fresco, and mozzarella cheese.
  • Top with another slice of bread, buttered side up.

Grilling

  • Cook each sandwich until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
  • Keep an eye on them to ensure they don’t burn; adjust the heat as needed.

Serving

  • Serve your Birria Grilled Cheese hot, with a small bowl of the rich beef juices for dipping.

Notes

Use high-quality cheeses for best melt. If desired, marinate your beef overnight for enhanced taste. Consider using whole grain or gluten-free bread for healthier versions.