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A tall stack of a CHICKEN AVOCADO MELT SANDWICH with melted cheese and fresh avocado slices.

Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich

A quick and satisfying sandwich featuring grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and melted cheese, perfect for busy home cooks.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chicken Roasting Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts slice crosswise for thinner breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Chipotle Mayonnaise
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 chipotle chili peppers in adobo sauce diced
  • 1/2 tsp lime juice
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • 1 loaf unsliced Italian or other white bread slice into 8 thick slices
  • 2 avocados peeled, pitted and sliced
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese grated
  • 8 slices American cheese
  • butter or mayonnaise for grilling

Equipment

  • Glass baking dish
  • small bowl
  • Griddle or skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Slice each chicken breast crosswise to create thinner cutlets, resulting in 4 thin breasts. Place the chicken in a glass baking dish, season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with olive oil. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  2. While the chicken roasts, dice the chipotle peppers. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice, and diced chipotle peppers. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  3. Heat a griddle or skillet over medium heat. Slice the bread into 8 thick slices, about 1/2 inch thick. Spread one side of each bread slice with softened butter or mayonnaise.
  4. Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the chipotle mayonnaise onto the unbuttered side of the bread. Layer with grated cheddar cheese, sliced avocados, the cooked chicken, and 2 slices of American cheese. Top with another slice of bread. Grill the sandwiches for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Notes

This recipe is a favorite for busy home cooks, offering a delicious meal without requiring advanced culinary skills. Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer chipotle peppers.

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