Description
A delightful sandwich combining savory chicken, sweet apples, and melty cheese, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 slices of bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or white)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or thinly sliced (about 6 ounces)
- 1 medium crisp apple (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji), thinly sliced
- 4–6 slices of cheese (sharp cheddar, Gruyère, or Swiss cheese – about 4 ounces total)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened and divided
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (optional)
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or whole grain mustard (optional)
- 2 tablespoons caramelized onions (optional)
- Fresh arugula or spinach (optional)
- 2 slices crispy bacon (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or rosemary (optional)
Instructions
- Gather and prep all ingredients: slice apple, shred chicken, and grate cheese.
- Toss apple slices with honey and cinnamon in a small bowl.
- Spread butter on one side of each bread slice and cream cheese on the unbuttered side of two slices.
- Assemble the sandwich: Layer cheese, chicken, apple mixture, seasonings, optional ingredients, and top with remaining cheese and bread.
- Grill the sandwich over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
- Let the sandwiches rest for 1-2 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, use different types of cheese for a complex flavor. Adjust cooking time for personal preference on doneness and meltiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg