Description

This easy Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich combines juicy chicken, creamy avocado, and melty cheese pressed between crispy bread for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cups cooked chicken, sliced or shredded (Rotisserie chicken works great)
1 to 2 pieces ripe avocados, sliced or lightly mashed (Choose avocados that give slightly when pressed)
4 to 6 slices cheese (cheddar, provolone, mozzarella, or pepper jack) (Pick a cheese that melts well)
4 slices thick bread (sourdough preferred) or 2 sandwich rolls (Sourdough crisps well)

Condiments and Seasoning

as needed butter or mayo (For crisping the outside of the bread)
to taste salt, black pepper, garlic powder (Season to enhance flavors)

Optional Add-Ons

as desired sliced tomato, red onion, cooked bacon, jalapenos, or a swipe of chipotle sauce (Customize your sandwich)

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Instructions

Preparation

If your chicken is already cooked, warm it in a skillet for 2 to 3 minutes with a pinch of salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
If cooking raw chicken, slice it thin, season and pan cook with a little oil until cooked through, then let it rest before slicing.

Building the Sandwich

Layer the sandwich in this order: bread, cheese, chicken, avocado, another layer of cheese, and top with another slice of bread.

Cooking

Spread butter or mayo on the outside of the bread and heat a nonstick skillet over medium low heat.
Place the sandwich in the pan and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula.
Adjust heat as necessary to avoid burning the bread while the cheese melts.

Notes

For the best taste, keep the heat medium low and do not overload the sandwich to ensure it holds together well. You can use a variety of cheeses and even try different flavor combinations once you’re familiar with the base recipe.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: brunch, dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American