Slow-cooked shredded beef smothered in flavorful red enchilada sauce, combined with onions, queso fresco, mozzarella, and fresh cilantro, grilled between thick slices of buttered Texas toast for the ultimate savory grilled cheese sandwich.
Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the chuck roast on each side until browned, about 3 to 5 minutes per side.
Place the seared beef into a slow cooker. Add beef bouillon powder and pour the red enchilada sauce over the roast.
Cover and cook on low for 10 hours or until the meat is tender and shreds easily.
Remove the beef from the slow cooker and shred using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the cooking juices.
Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat to prepare grilled cheese sandwiches.
Butter one side of each slice of Texas toast.
Place bread slices buttered side down in the skillet. Top each slice with 0.5 cup shredded beef, 1 tablespoon diced onion, 0.25 cup queso fresco, 0.25 cup mozzarella, and chopped cilantro. Then place another slice of bread on top, buttered side up.
Cook sandwiches over medium-low heat for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Serve grilled cheese sandwiches with leftover beef juices from the slow cooker for dipping.
Notes
This birria grilled cheese makes a perfect hearty meal for game day or family dinner. Leftover beef juices can be saved for dipping to enhance each bite with rich flavor.