Description
This Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich is a delicious and healthy meal option that combines shredded chicken, creamy avocado, and melty cheese on toasted whole grain or sourdough bread. Enhanced with Greek yogurt or mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and fresh greens, this sandwich makes a satisfying lunch or dinner ready in under 20 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Sandwich Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1 ripe avocado, mashed
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach or arugula (optional)
Bread and Cooking
- 4 slices of whole grain or sourdough bread
- Butter or olive oil for grilling
Instructions
- Mix Chicken and Avocado: In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded or diced chicken with the mashed avocado. Ensure the avocado is ripe and creamy for the best texture.
- Add Creaminess: Add the Greek yogurt or mayonnaise to the bowl to add creaminess and moisture to the mixture.
- Season: Stir in the Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Prep Bread: Take your slices of bread and spread a thin layer of butter or drizzle olive oil on one side of each slice to prepare for grilling.
- Assemble Sandwich: On the unbuttered side of two slices, generously spread the chicken avocado mixture.
- Add Cheese and Greens: Sprinkle shredded cheese over the mixture and add fresh spinach or arugula if desired for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Close Sandwich: Top each with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side facing up, to complete the sandwich assembly.
- Heat Skillet: Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwiches.
- Grill First Side: Place the sandwiches in the pan and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until the bread turns golden brown.
- Flip and Press: Flip the sandwiches and cook for another 3-4 minutes, pressing down gently with a spatula to ensure even grilling and melting of the cheese.
- Remove and Rest: Remove the sandwiches once both sides are golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Slice and Serve: Let the sandwiches cool for a minute before slicing in half and serving.
- Optional Serving Suggestions: Serve warm with chips, salad, or fresh fruit. Optionally, drizzle with hot sauce or sprinkle fresh herbs before serving for added flavor.
Notes
- Make sure the avocado is ripe and creamy for the best texture in the filling.
- You can substitute Greek yogurt with light mayonnaise for a lower-fat option.
- Try different types of bread such as sourdough or whole wheat for varied flavor.
- Optional greens like spinach or arugula add freshness but can be omitted.
- Butter or olive oil can be used for grilling; olive oil offers a healthier fat alternative.
- Pressing the sandwich while grilling helps melt the cheese evenly.
- Adjust seasoning including salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
