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Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich

This Chicken Avocado Melt Sandwich combines tender chicken, sliced avocado, melted cheese, and zesty sauce between toasted sourdough or ciabatta. It’s a golden, crisp, melty classic that works for any time of day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts cooked and sliced
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • 4 slices of cheese Swiss, cheddar, or provolone
  • 4 slices sourdough or ciabatta bread
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tomato sliced
  • Butter for grilling

Method
 

  1. Grill or pan-cook chicken, then slice thin.
  2. Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard.
  3. Spread sauce on bread slices.
  4. Layer chicken, avocado, cheese, tomato, and onion.
  5. Grill sandwich over medium heat until golden and melty.
  6. Slice and serve immediately.
  7. See full steps with tips & photos → https://theboatshedcafe.com/chicken-avocado-melt-sandwich/

Notes

Choose the Right Bread: Sourdough and ciabatta hold up well when grilled and add a rustic crunch.
Use Ripe Avocado: Soft, ripe avocado spreads nicely and adds creamy contrast to the warm ingredients.
Melt Matters: Cover the pan briefly while grilling to help melt the cheese thoroughly.