Description
A delicious and hearty Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts, creamy avocado slices, melted cheese, and fresh veggies, all grilled between perfectly toasted bread with a tangy mayo-Dijon spread. This sandwich is perfect for a satisfying lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings and Spread
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 slices of your favorite cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone)
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Bread and Cooking
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or your choice)
- Butter or olive oil for grilling the sandwiches
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts evenly with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance their natural flavor.
- Heat Olive Oil: Place a skillet over medium-high heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil, allowing it to warm up before adding chicken.
- Cook Chicken: Cook the chicken breasts for approximately 6-7 minutes on each side until they are fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from skillet and let rest for a few minutes to retain juices before slicing thinly.
- Prepare Toppings: Slice the avocado and gather cheese slices; set aside for assembling the sandwiches.
- Spread Bread: On each slice of bread, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise followed by a layer of Dijon mustard to add tang and moisture.
- Assemble Sandwich: On two slices of the prepared bread, layer the sliced chicken, avocado slices, cheese, thinly sliced red onion, and tomato slices.
- Top Sandwich: Cover each sandwich with the remaining bread slices, mayo-Dijon side down.
- Heat Skillet: Warm a skillet or grill pan over medium heat; add a small amount of butter or olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance crispness.
- Grill Sandwiches: Place sandwiches in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula to help the cheese melt evenly and the bread become golden brown.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet and let them cool for a minute. Slice each sandwich in half and serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- You can swap the chicken breasts with turkey or grilled vegetables for a different variation.
- Choose cheese types based on preference; Swiss or provolone melts well with robust flavors.
- Customize bread choice to add texture or flavor—sourdough adds tanginess, ciabatta offers a sturdy crust.
- For extra flavor, add fresh herbs like basil or a sprinkle of chili flakes inside the sandwich.
- To keep the sandwich warm longer, wrap in foil and place in a warm oven briefly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken Avocado Melt, Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Avocado Sandwich, Melted Cheese Sandwich, Quick Sandwich Recipe, Healthy Lunch
