Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich
The Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich is a deliciously comforting dish that marries juicy chicken, creamy avocado, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all sandwiched between crispy whole grain bread. Perfect for brunch or a quick weeknight dinner, this recipe is easy to customize with your favorite toppings and guarantees a mouthwatering experience that keeps you coming back for more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Sear the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked (165°F internal temperature).
- While baking, slice avocados in half, remove the pit, scoop into a bowl, and mash lightly with salt and pepper.
- Once the chicken is done, let it rest before slicing thinly. Layer mashed avocado on one slice of bread, top with sliced chicken and mozzarella.
- In a clean skillet over medium heat, toast the sandwich in olive oil or butter until golden brown on both sides (about 3-4 minutes each side). Serve warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider using chipotle mayo or fresh herbs like cilantro. Switch out chicken for turkey or grilled veggies for a vegetarian option. Store leftovers wrapped tightly in foil in the fridge for up to two days.