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Extreme close-up of a toasted chicken avocado melt, highlighting the texture of the golden-brown bread and the layers inside.

Chicken Avocado Melt: The Ultimate Gooey Recipe!

This Chicken Avocado Melt is the ultimate sandwich, featuring buttery toasted bread, gooey melted cheese, savory chicken, and fresh, creamy avocado. A quick and easy recipe for a perfect lunch or dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices sourdough bread or other thick, sturdy bread
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup cooked chicken shredded (rotisserie chicken works well)
  • 1 large ripe avocado
  • 1 tsp lime juice or lemon juice
  • 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese sliced or shredded
  • 1/4 tsp salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Non-stick skillet
  • 1 Spatula

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl, mash the avocado with lime juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside. If your chicken isn't seasoned, toss the shredded chicken with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Spread the softened butter evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-low heat. Place two slices of bread in the skillet, butter-side down. Layer half of the cheese, all of the shredded chicken, and the remaining half of the cheese on top of the bread in the skillet. Top with the remaining two slices of bread, butter-side up.
  4. Grill for 3-5 minutes per side, until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese is fully melted. Press down gently with a spatula as it cooks.
  5. Remove the sandwiches from the skillet. Carefully open them and spread the mashed avocado mixture over the melted chicken and cheese. Close the sandwiches, slice in half, and serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, try using mayonnaise instead of butter on the outside of the bread.
Don't add the avocado before toasting, as it can become warm and discolored. Adding it fresh at the end keeps it vibrant and creamy.
Feel free to add other ingredients like cooked bacon, sliced tomato, or red onion for more flavor.