Chicken Avocado Melt
A delicious sandwich featuring creamy mashed avocado, warm shredded chicken, and gooey cheese, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the sandwich
- 2 slices slices of bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or sandwich loaf)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded roasted or rotisserie work well
- 1 ripe avocado mashed use a ripe but firm avocado
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella recommended
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise optional, for extra creaminess
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Butter or olive oil for grilling
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken and mashed avocado. Stir until evenly mixed. Add the mayonnaise if you like a creamier spread. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Heat a skillet or nonstick pan over medium heat. Spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
Grilling
- Place one slice of bread butter-side down in the pan. On the unbuttered side, spread the chicken–avocado mixture in an even layer. Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the mixture.
- Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
- Grill the sandwich 3–4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from the pan, let rest for 1 minute, then cut in half and serve warm.
Notes
Serve the melt with bright, crunchy sides to balance the creaminess, such as a simple side salad, pickles, fries, or tomato soup. If entertaining, slice the sandwich into smaller triangles.