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Irresistible Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich

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Craving something satisfying and easy to whip up? The Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich combines juicy chicken breast, creamy ripe avocado, and perfectly melted cheese toasted on your favorite bread. What makes it extra special are extras like tangy Dijon mustard, crisp onion slices, and fresh tomato. It takes half an hour to achieve crispy grilled perfection with a gooey, warm center. You can also mix it up by trying out different cheeses or breads to fit your taste.
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Updated on Thu, 27 Feb 2025 20:17:03 GMT
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The Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich elevates classic comfort food with layers of succulent chicken, creamy avocado, and melted cheese between perfectly grilled bread. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of warm, crispy exterior and rich, tender filling that makes this sandwich truly memorable.

This sandwich combines convenience with culinary excellence. The careful layering of quality ingredients creates a satisfying meal that feels special yet remains approachable for everyday cooking.

Essential Ingredients

  • Chicken: Select tender, uniform chicken breasts for even cooking
  • Avocado: Choose ripe but firm fruit for best texture
  • Cheese: Use any good melting cheese like provolone or cheddar
  • Bread: Pick hearty slices that grill well
  • Seasonings: Quality salt and pepper are essential
  • Herbs: Fresh basil or cilantro add brightness
  • Butter: Use high-quality butter for optimal browning

Assembly Instructions

Initial Preparation:
Season chicken with herbs and spices. Ensure ingredients reach room temperature. Prepare avocado slices.
Cooking Chicken:
Heat pan thoroughly. Cook seasoned chicken until golden and done. Rest before slicing.
Sandwich Assembly:
Butter bread exterior. Layer chicken, avocado, and cheese on one slice. Top with second slice.
Final Cooking:
Grill sandwich over medium heat, pressing lightly. Flip once golden. Cook until cheese melts completely.
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The avocado is crucial to this sandwich's success, providing creamy richness that perfectly complements the warm chicken and melted cheese. The temperature and texture contrasts create an engaging eating experience.

Serving Suggestions

Complete the meal with crispy dill pickles, homemade fries, or a fresh green salad. A bowl of hot tomato soup makes an excellent accompaniment during colder months.

Customization Options

Adapt the sandwich with different cheese varieties, add bacon or grilled vegetables, or substitute turkey for chicken. Each variation maintains the essential character while offering new flavor dimensions.

Storage Guidelines

Keep cooked chicken refrigerated separately for up to three days. Build sandwiches just before serving. When reheating chicken, cover and add moisture to maintain tenderness.

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This Chicken Avocado Melt demonstrates how thoughtful ingredient selection and proper technique can transform familiar elements into an elevated dining experience. The result is a perfectly balanced sandwich that satisfies on multiple levels.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What’s the best bread to use for this sandwich?
Thicker breads like ciabatta or sourdough hold up well and give you great crispiness when toasted. Whole grain or rustic loaves work too!
→ How can I stop my avocado from turning brown?
Try slicing up the avocado right before you put the sandwich together. If making it a bit earlier, a quick lemon juice drizzle does the trick to keep it fresh.
→ Can I cook the chicken ahead and keep it?
Absolutely, you can prepare the chicken up to two days in advance. Just reheat it gently before adding it to the sandwich.
→ Which cheese melts the best for this sandwich?
Cheddar, Swiss, or provolone are excellent choices. Use whatever cheese you enjoy that also melts into that perfect gooey texture!
→ How do I make sure my sandwich doesn’t get soggy?
Toast the bread until it’s crisp, and keep any moist ingredients, like tomato slices, layered between the chicken and cheese—not on the bread.

Chicken Avocado Melt

This delightful Chicken Avocado Melt pairs tender chicken and fresh avocado with melted cheese for a quick and hearty meal, all in just 30 minutes.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
20 Minutes
Total Time
30 Minutes
By: Sandra

Category: Weeknight Dinners

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 2 Servings (2 sandwiches)

Dietary: ~

Ingredients

→ Main Components

01 2 chicken breasts, no skin or bones
02 1 avocado, cut into slices
03 4 pieces of your favorite cheese (cheddar, provolone, or Swiss)
04 4 slices of bread, try ciabatta or sourdough

→ Seasonings & Spreads

05 Freshly cracked black pepper and a pinch of salt
06 2 large spoonfuls of mayo
07 1 spoon of Dijon mustard

→ Fresh Toppings

08 1 juicy tomato, sliced nicely
09 A small red onion, cut into thin rings

→ For Cooking

10 Olive oil for cooking the chicken (about 1 spoon)
11 Butter or olive oil to grill the sandwiches

Instructions

Step 01

Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken, being generous. Heat up some olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it looks shiny. Lay the chicken in and let it cook about 6-7 minutes on each side till it's fully cooked through and has a nice golden look. Set it aside and slice it thinly when it's cooled a little.

Step 02

While you’re letting the chicken rest, slice the avocado into neat pieces. Get the cheese ready too, and slice up the onion and tomato nice and thin.

Step 03

Get your slices of bread and spread them with mayo and Dijon mustard. This will help add delicious flavor and ensure a crispy texture when grilled.

Step 04

Take two pieces of bread, and layer on the sliced chicken, avocado, and cheese. Add your onion slices and tomato, then top it off with the other piece of bread, making sure the spread side faces the filling.

Step 05

Heat up a skillet or grill pan over medium. Add butter or olive oil to the pan and gently toast the sandwiches until golden brown and gooey with melted cheese, about 3-4 minutes per side. Push lightly with a spatula to help melt the cheese evenly.

Notes

  1. Room temperature cheese makes all the difference if you want it to melt smoothly.
  2. Leftovers should be put in an airtight container. To reheat, try a toaster oven rather than a microwave to keep it crispy.

Tools You'll Need

  • A large pan or grill pan works for this.
  • Handy spatula for flipping.
  • Sharp knife and a cutting board for slicing ingredients.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.
  • Dairy is included due to the cheese.
  • This recipe uses mayonnaise, which contains eggs.
  • Bread contains gluten unless you choose a gluten-free alternative.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 512
  • Total Fat: ~
  • Total Carbohydrate: ~
  • Protein: ~