Chicken Melt Recipe

Name: Chicken Melt
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 sandwiches
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 slices sourdough or white bread; 2 tablespoons butter, softened; 4 slices cheddar or American cheese; Optional: 4 slices cooked bacon, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

American · Main course · 25 min total

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A classic comfort food, this chicken melt features tender seasoned chicken breast topped with melted cheese and served on toasted bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.

10
min prep

15
min cook

2
servings

650
kcal/serving

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 oz each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 slices sourdough or white bread
2 tablespoons butter, softened
4 slices cheddar or American cheese
Optional: 4 slices cooked bacon, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

Instructions

Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Let rest 5 minutes, then slice into strips.
Butter one side of each bread slice. Place bread butter-side down on a clean surface.
On two slices, layer cheese, chicken strips, and optional bacon. Top with remaining bread, butter-side up.
Heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Cook sandwiches for 2-3 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese melts. Serve hot.

Tips

For extra flavor, spread mayonnaise on the bread instead of butter.
Serve with a side of tomato soup or a simple green salad.
Leftover chicken can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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