Copycat Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt

Name: Copycat Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 slices sourdough bread; 1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced; 1/4 ripe avocado, sliced; 1 slice smoked gouda cheese; 1 slice fontina cheese; 1 tablespoon mayonnaise; 1 teaspoon chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced; 1 tablespoon butter, softened

This smoky and creamy chicken sandwich brings the cafe experience right into your own kitchen.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

8 minutes

Total

18 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about a warm, toasted sandwich for lunch. This version features tender chicken and cool avocado, all tied together with a punchy chipotle sauce that makes every bite taste just like the cafe favorite.

My biggest tip for this one is to use a good quality sourdough bread. It holds up perfectly to the grill and gives you that signature golden crunch that makes this melt extra special.

🧺 Ingredients

2 slices sourdough bread
1/2 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
1/4 ripe avocado, sliced
1 slice smoked gouda cheese
1 slice fontina cheese
1 tablespoon mayonnaise
1 teaspoon chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
1 tablespoon butter, softened

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and the minced chipotle pepper until smooth.
2
Spread the chipotle mayo on the inside of both bread slices.
3
Layer the chicken, avocado, and both slices of cheese on one piece of bread, then top with the second slice.
4
Butter the outside of the sandwich on both sides.
5
Place a skillet over medium heat and cook the sandwich for about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
6
Press down gently with a spatula as it cooks until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.

💡 Tips

Serve this sandwich alongside a simple cup of tomato soup for a classic lunch pairing. If you have leftovers, keep the avocado separate until you are ready to serve so it stays fresh. You can also toast this in a panini press if you want those professional looking grill marks.

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