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Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich

Delicious Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich for Easy Weeknight Dinners

Enjoy the Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich, a quick and fulfilling recipe with juicy shredded chicken, creamy avocado, and melty cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices Sourdough or Artisan Bread ciabatta or whole grain are alternatives
  • 1/2 Ripe Avocado, mashed you can also use guacamole
  • 1/2 cup Cooked Shredded Chicken use rotisserie or well-drained canned chicken
  • 2 slices Cheddar or Monterey Jack Cheese dairy-free cheese can be substituted
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise or Aioli optional
  • 1 tsp Lemon Juice
  • 1 tbsp Butter for toasting, olive oil can be used as an alternative
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
Optional Add-ins
  • Sliced Tomato
  • Red Onion
  • Crispy Bacon

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small bowl, mash ½ ripe avocado with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, adding a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
  2. On a clean cutting board, take two slices of sourdough or artisan bread. Spread mayonnaise or aioli on one side of each slice if using.
  3. Spread your prepared avocado mixture on one slice, layer with ½ cup of shredded cooked chicken, and top with two slices of cheese.
  4. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of butter. Place your sandwich in the skillet and grill for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Flip the sandwich and toast the other side for another 3-4 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden.
  6. Remove from skillet, slice diagonally, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and avoid overfilling the sandwich. Experiment with add-ins for extra flavor.

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