Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich
A delightful blend of tender chicken, creamy avocado, and melted cheese between warm slices of bread, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Seasoned with salt and pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking
For the Sandwich
- 1 piece avocado, sliced
- 4 slices cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone) Choose your favorite type
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 piece tomato, sliced
- to taste salt and pepper
- to taste butter or olive oil for grilling
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked, then let it rest before slicing thinly.
- Slice the avocado, red onion, and tomato. Prepare the cheese slices and set aside.
Assembly
- Spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on each slice of bread.
- On two slices of bread, layer the chicken, avocado, cheese, red onion, and tomato. Top with the remaining bread slices, mayo side down.
Cooking
- Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
- Add butter or olive oil and cook the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and the cheese is melted.
- Press gently with a spatula while grilling.
- Remove from heat, let cool for one minute, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
For an extra layer of flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite herbs or spices before cooking. Experiment with different types of cheese to find your perfect melt combination. If you enjoy a bit of heat, consider adding sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of sriracha to the sandwich. If you have leftovers, store components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator.