Delicious Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich for Cozy Nights

This Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich combines creamy avocado, savory chicken, and gooey cheese for a cozy, customizable meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 2 sandwiches

Course: Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 500

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Sandwich Ingredients

1 cup Cooked Chicken Shredded or sliced
1 medium Ripe Avocado Make sure it's perfectly ripe
1 cup Cheddar or Mozzarella Cheese Mix cheeses for added flavor
4 slices Sourdough or Whole Wheat Bread Choose a hearty bread
2 tablespoons Mayonnaise Thin layer on bread
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice To prevent browning of avocado

Optional Toppings

1 medium Tomato Slices Heirloom tomatoes work beautifully
4 slices Crispy Bacon For added crunch and flavor
1 cup Fresh Greens Spinach or arugula

Equipment

Oven
Mixing bowl
baking sheet
Parchment paper

Method

Preparation Steps

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mash the avocado in a bowl, adding lemon juice and salt.
Spread mayonnaise on one side of each slice of bread.
Layer the chicken on the unspread side of one bread slice, seasoning if desired.
Spread the avocado mixture over the chicken and top with cheese.
Place the second slice of bread on top, mayo side facing up.
Bake the sandwich for about 10-15 minutes until the cheese melts and the bread is golden brown.
Remove from the oven, let cool briefly, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize toppings to your preference and watch for cooking time to avoid burning.

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