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Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt Recipe

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  • Author: Sara
  • Total Time: 23 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

This Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt is a deliciously creamy and spicy sandwich featuring shredded chicken mixed with a smoky chipotle mayonnaise, fresh ripe avocado slices, and melted Colby Jack cheese, all toasted to golden perfection on ciabatta bread. Ready in just 23 minutes, it’s an easy yet flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Chipotle Mayonnaise

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 3 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (add more to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp chili powder

Sandwich

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 slices ciabatta bread or white bread
  • 1 1/2 ripe avocados
  • 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 4 Tbsp unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Make Chipotle Mayonnaise: Add mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, salt, garlic powder, and chili powder to a food processor. Pulse on high speed several times until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  2. Combine Chicken Mixture: Transfer the chipotle mayonnaise to a bowl with the cooked shredded chicken. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  3. Assemble Sandwiches: Spread the chicken mixture evenly over half of the bread slices. Layer sliced avocado and shredded Colby Jack cheese on top.
  4. Top Bread: Place the remaining bread slices over the toppings, mayo side down, to close the sandwiches.
  5. Toast Sandwiches: Heat a pan over medium-high heat and add the butter. Once melted and hot, place sandwiches in the pan. Toast each side for 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  6. Serve: Remove from pan, slice if desired, and enjoy your Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt while warm.

Notes

  • Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control the spice level.
  • Use ciabatta bread for a chewier texture or your favorite sandwich bread for variation.
  • Ensure the butter is hot before placing sandwiches to get a nice golden crust.
  • Leftover sandwiches can be wrapped and refrigerated for up to 2 days; reheat in a pan for best texture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Sandwich
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sarabaking.com/chipotle-chicken-avocado-melt-recipe/