Indulge in the flavors of guacamole and melted cheese with our Guacamole Chicken Melt. This heavenly dish combines grilled chicken, creamy guacamole, and gooey cheese on a toasted bun. It's a perfect meal for lunch or dinner, and it's easy to make! Just follow our simple recipe and enjoy the scrumptious taste of this irresistible combination. In just a few minutes, you'll have a satisfying meal that will leave you wanting more!
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices of cheddar cheese
- 4 hamburger buns, toasted
- 1 cup guacamole (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/4 cup sliced red onion
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
Directions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Season the chicken breasts on both sides with the spice mixture.
- Drizzle olive oil over the chicken breasts and rub it in to coat both sides.
- Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- During the last 2 minutes of grilling, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each chicken breast to melt.
- Remove the chicken breasts from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
- Spread guacamole on the bottom half of each toasted hamburger bun.
- Place a chicken breast on top of the guacamole on each bun.
- Top the chicken with sliced red onion, lettuce leaves, and tomato slices.
- Cover with the top half of the bun.
- Serve the Guacamole Chicken Melt sandwiches immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Guacamole is made from mashed avocados, which are rich in healthy fats.
Chicken is a great source of lean protein and is low in fat and calories.
Grilling the chicken adds a smoky flavor to the sandwich.
Toasting the buns adds a nice crunch to the sandwich.
This recipe can be easily customized by adding additional toppings like bacon or jalapenos.