Description
Hearty chicken avocado melt sandwich delivers comfort with California-inspired ingredients. Creamy avocado and melted cheese combine perfectly, promising a delightful lunch experience you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Sandwich Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or choice)
- 4 slices bread or sandwich buns
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
Instructions
- Generously coat chicken breasts with a blend of aromatic spices, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Warm olive oil in a skillet at medium heat, then carefully cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until achieving a rich golden exterior and ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Allow cooked chicken to rest and slightly cool for 5 minutes, then slice into thin, uniform pieces.
- Lightly coat one side of each bread slice with creamy butter for a golden, crisp texture.
- Assemble sandwich layers strategically: place sliced chicken as the foundation, followed by creamy avocado slices, melting cheese, and optional fresh lettuce or tomato for added crunch and freshness.
- Transfer assembled sandwich to a preheated skillet or grill pan over medium heat, applying gentle pressure to create a perfectly toasted exterior and help cheese melt smoothly.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until bread turns a beautiful golden brown and cheese becomes wonderfully gooey.
- Remove from heat, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while warm and tantalizing.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by marinating chicken in olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking to boost tenderness and taste.
- Customize cheese selection like pepper jack, sharp cheddar, or provolone for different flavor profiles and personal preferences.
- Choose whole grain or sourdough bread for added nutrition and better texture when grilling the sandwich.
- Keep avocado slices fresh by adding them last and sprinkling with lemon juice to prevent browning and maintain vibrant color.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 670 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg