Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich
A crispy, melty Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich made with seasoned chicken, creamy avocado, and toasted bread. Easy enough for lunch and satisfying enough for dinner.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Spatula
- Knife
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts cooked and sliced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 piece ripe avocado sliced
- 4 slices Swiss or cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter softened
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise or Dijon mustard optional
- 2 tablespoons sliced red onion optional
Instructions
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper, then cook it in olive oil until heated through and lightly browned.
- Spread butter on the outside of each bread slice and a thin layer of mayonnaise or mustard on the inside if using.
- Layer the cheese, chicken, avocado, and red onion between the bread slices, then toast in a skillet until golden and melted.
- Rest for 1 minute, slice, and serve the Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich warm.
Notes
- >Use ripe but firm avocado for the best texture.
>Cover the skillet briefly if the cheese needs help melting.
>Add lemon juice to the avocado to help slow browning.
>This sandwich is best served fresh.