Description
Experience pure bliss with this Chicken Avocado Melt! Velvety avocado-mayo, savory chicken, and perfectly melted cheese unite on your favorite bread. Effortless creation, incredible taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 slices of your favorite bread (e.g., sourdough or whole wheat)
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1/2 ripe avocado
- 2 slices Monterey Jack or Provolone cheese
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, mash the avocado with the back of a fork. Stir in the mayonnaise and lemon juice, then season with a pinch of salt and black pepper to taste.
- Step 2: Spread half of the avocado mixture on one slice of bread and the remaining half on the other slice. Layer the shredded chicken evenly over one of the avocado-covered slices, then top with the two slices of cheese.
- Step 3: Carefully place the second slice of bread on top of the cheese, completing the sandwich. Lightly butter one side of the assembled sandwich.
- Step 4: Heat a non-stick skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buttered side of the sandwich down in the hot skillet, then butter the top side of the sandwich.
- Step 5: Cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is thoroughly melted and bubbly.
- Step 6: Remove the sandwich from the skillet, let it cool for a minute, then slice it in half diagonally and serve immediately.
Notes
- To prevent the avocado mixture from browning, press plastic wrap directly onto its surface before refrigerating for up to a day, but aim to enjoy the assembled sandwich fresh.
- For a delicious reheat, use a toaster oven or a dry skillet over medium-low heat to crisp up the bread and gently re-melt the cheese without making the sandwich soggy.
- Elevate your meal by serving this satisfying melt alongside a fresh green salad with a light vinaigrette or a warm cup of tomato soup.
- For the best melt, ensure your cooked chicken is at room temperature or slightly warmed before assembling the sandwich; this encourages the cheese to melt more evenly and quickly without over-toasting the bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 700
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g