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Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich

Irresistible Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich for Quick Lunch Bliss

This Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich combines juicy chicken, creamy avocado, and ooey-gooey cheese for a quick, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts or shredded rotisserie chicken for quicker option
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil can be replaced with butter or other oils
  • 1 whole avocado brush with lemon juice to prevent browning
  • 1 cup cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone) try pepper jack for a spicy kick
  • 2 slices bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or gluten-free)
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise can be replaced with Greek yogurt or omitted
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup red onion or shallots, or omit for milder taste
  • 1 whole tomato substitutable with any mild-flavored veggie
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil for grilling

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • grill pan

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions
  1. Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side.
  3. Slice avocado and prepare cheese while chicken rests.
  4. Spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on one side of each bread slice.
  5. Layer chicken, avocado, cheese, red onion, and tomato on two slices of bread.
  6. Grill the sandwiches on medium heat until golden brown and cheese melts.
  7. Rest for a minute before slicing in half, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 34gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Letting chicken rest allows juices to redistribute for a tender sandwich. Use medium heat for perfect melting cheese and golden crust.

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