Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich Recipe
A delicious Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich featuring tender grilled chicken breasts, creamy avocado slices, melted cheese, and fresh veggies, all toasted to golden perfection on your favorite bread. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken & Seasoning
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sandwich Fillings
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 slices of cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
Bread & Spreads
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
For Grilling
- Butter or olive oil for grilling the sandwiches
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to taste, ensuring even seasoning for the best flavor.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are fully cooked with no pink remaining in the center. Remove from heat and allow to rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
- Prepare the Fillings: While the chicken rests, slice the avocado and prepare the cheese slices. Set these ingredients aside.
- Spread the Bread: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard evenly on each slice of bread. This adds moisture and flavor to the sandwich.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: On two slices of the prepared bread, layer the sliced chicken, avocado, and cheese. Add a few slices of red onion and tomato on top of these layers.
- Top the Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of each sandwich, mayo side down, to complete the assembly.
- Heat the Pan: Warm a skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Add a small amount of butter or olive oil to the pan to prevent sticking and help achieve a golden crust.
- Grill the Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure the cheese melts evenly.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool slightly for a minute. Slice each sandwich in half and serve warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- You can substitute the bread with gluten-free bread to adapt for dietary needs.
- Feel free to use different cheese varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack for different flavor profiles.
- For a spicy kick, add sliced jalapeños or a spread of hot sauce inside the sandwich.
- Leftover chicken can be used to make this sandwich quicker next time.
- Use ripe but firm avocados to avoid mushy texture.
Keywords: Chicken Avocado Melt, Chicken Sandwich, Melted Cheese Sandwich, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Avocado Sandwich
