Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich Recipe
A delicious and hearty Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich featuring tender pan-cooked chicken breasts, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and fresh veggies layered between toasted bread spread with a tangy mayo and Dijon mustard blend. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sandwich Components
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 slices cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone)
- 4 slices bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or your choice)
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- Butter or olive oil for grilling the sandwiches
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides to taste.
- Heat Skillet: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil, allowing it to warm.
- Cook Chicken: Add the chicken breasts to the hot skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from skillet and let rest a few minutes before slicing thinly.
- Prepare Ingredients: Slice the avocado and set aside along with the cheese slices for assembling the sandwich.
- Spread Condiments: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on each slice of bread for flavor and moisture.
- Assemble Sandwich: On two slices of prepared bread, layer sliced chicken, avocado, cheese, red onion, and tomato slices evenly.
- Top Sandwiches: Place the remaining bread slices on top of each sandwich, mayo side down to seal.
- Heat Pan for Grilling: Warm a skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add a small amount of butter or olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Grill Sandwiches: Place the sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted. Gently press with a spatula to help the cheese melt evenly.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and allow to cool slightly before slicing in half and serving warm.
Notes
- Use your preferred type of cheese and bread for variations in flavor.
- Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) for safety.
- You can add other vegetables or greens like spinach or arugula for extra nutrition.
- If desired, swap mayonnaise for a lighter spread or yogurt-based sauce to reduce calories.
- Press sandwiches gently during grilling to ensure even melting of the cheese.
Keywords: Chicken Avocado Melt, Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Sandwich, Avocado Sandwich, Comfort Food
