Description
This Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich is a delicious and healthy option perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Featuring tender cooked chicken breast, creamy avocado, fresh tomato, and melted provolone or mozzarella cheese, all grilled to perfection between slices of whole grain or sourdough bread. Enhanced with optional mayonnaise or Greek yogurt and dressed with fresh greens or onions, this sandwich offers a satisfying balance of flavors and textures while being nutritious and easy to prepare.
Ingredients
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Bread and Spread
- 2 slices whole grain or sourdough bread
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or Greek yogurt (optional)
Filling
- 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
- 1/2 ripe avocado, sliced or mashed
- 1–2 slices tomato
- 1 slice provolone or mozzarella cheese
- Optional: fresh basil, arugula, or red onion slices
For Grilling
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Bread: Lay out the two slices of bread on a clean surface. If using, spread mayonnaise or Greek yogurt evenly on one or both slices to add moisture and flavor.
- Assemble the Sandwich: On one slice of bread, layer the shredded or sliced chicken breast first, followed by tomato slices, avocado, and a slice of provolone or mozzarella cheese. Add optional fresh greens like basil, arugula, or red onion slices if desired. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Close the Sandwich: Place the second slice of bread on top to form a complete sandwich, pressing gently to hold the ingredients together.
- Heat the Skillet: Warm the olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. This will help to toast the bread and melt the cheese while adding a golden crust.
- Grill the Sandwich: Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side. Use a spatula to press gently, ensuring even grilling until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted thoroughly.
- Serve: Remove the sandwich from the skillet, slice it in half diagonally or as preferred, and serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use a panini press instead of a skillet.
- Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience and added flavor.
- Enhance the flavor by drizzling a little balsamic glaze or sprinkling chili flakes inside the sandwich before grilling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
