A warm, cheesy sandwich packed with tender chicken, creamy avocado, and melted cheese. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or a quick high-protein meal.
Yield
- 4 sandwiches
Preparation Time
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 10 minutes
- Total: 20 minutes
Ingredients
Sandwich Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 large ripe avocado
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
For Assembly
- 8 slices bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or sandwich bread)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese (or mozzarella, provolone, or Swiss)
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
Optional Add-Ins
- Sliced tomato
- Red onion slices
- Cooked bacon
- Lettuce
- Jalapeño slices
- Fresh cilantro
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Avocado Chicken Mixture
- In a medium bowl, mash the avocado until mostly smooth.
- Add mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix well.
- Fold in the cooked chicken until evenly coated.
Step 2: Assemble the Sandwiches
- Lay out 4 slices of bread.
- Divide the chicken-avocado mixture evenly among them.
- Top each with a slice of cheese.
- Add tomato, onion, or bacon if using.
- Place the remaining bread slices on top.
Step 3: Butter the Bread
- Spread a thin layer of softened butter on the outside of each sandwich.
Step 4: Grill the Sandwiches
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat.
- Place sandwiches in the skillet.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes per side until:
- Bread is golden brown
- Cheese is melted
- Filling is heated through
- Press lightly with a spatula while cooking.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with:
- Potato chips
- French fries
- Coleslaw
- Green salad
- Tomato soup
- Pickles
Tips for Success
- Use rotisserie chicken for extra flavor and convenience.
- Don’t overfill the sandwiches; this helps them stay together while grilling.
- Medium heat allows the cheese to melt without burning the bread.
- A slightly firm avocado works best and prevents the filling from becoming too soft.
Storage
Refrigerator
- Store leftover chicken-avocado filling in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Sandwiches
- Best enjoyed fresh and hot.
- Assembled sandwiches can be refrigerated for a few hours before grilling.
Approximate Nutrition (Per Sandwich)
- Calories: 450–550
- Protein: 25–30 g
- Carbohydrates: 25–35 g
- Fat: 25–30 g
- Fiber: 5–7 g
