Description

This Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich is a perfectly balanced combination of tender seasoned chicken breasts, creamy avocado, savory cheese, and fresh veggies, all grilled to golden perfection on crispy sourdough or ciabatta bread. It’s a quick yet decadent sandwich that melts in your mouth with layers of flavor and texture, making it an ideal meal for lunch or a casual dinner.

Ingredients

Scale

Chicken and Seasonings

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking chicken)

Sandwich Filling

1 ripe avocado, sliced
4 slices of cheese (Swiss, cheddar, or provolone)
4 slices bread (sourdough or ciabatta recommended)
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
4 slices fresh tomato

For Grilling

Butter or olive oil, for grilling (about 1 tablespoon)

Instructions

Season the Chicken: Generously season the boneless skinless chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides to enhance their natural flavor.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
Prepare the Ingredients: While the chicken rests, slice the avocado, cheese, red onion, and tomato thinly to ensure easy layering and even flavors in the sandwich.
Assemble the Sandwich: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on each slice of bread. On two slices, layer the cooked chicken, avocado slices, cheese, red onion, and tomato. Top with the remaining bread slices, mayo side down.
Grill the Sandwich: Heat a clean skillet or grill pan over medium heat and add a bit of butter or olive oil. Place the assembled sandwiches on the skillet and grill for 3-4 minutes on each side, pressing gently with a spatula to melt the cheese and achieve a golden, crispy crust.
Serve and Enjoy: Remove the sandwiches from the skillet once golden and the cheese is melted. Let them cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm to enjoy the melty, fresh flavors.

Notes

Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly to avoid any pink inside and guarantee juiciness.
Use room temperature mayonnaise and mustard for easier spreading.
Try different cheese varieties like gouda or mozzarella for new flavor experiences.
Add fresh greens like spinach or arugula for extra crunch and nutrition.
Monitor the grill carefully to prevent burning and achieve perfect crispiness.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Sandwich
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Chicken Avocado Melt, grilled chicken sandwich, avocado sandwich, melty cheese sandwich, stovetop grilled sandwich