How to Make a Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt Better than Panera

As of a few months ago, the only thing I had ever ordered from Panera was their broccoli cheddar soup. It wasn't until I discovered their Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt that I stopped ordering the famous soup.

As soon as I took my first bite I realized that I had wasted so many orders by not getting the heavenly sandwich sooner. I devoured it and the rest is history (I've gotten it ever since).

After habitually ordering the same sandwich so many times I decided to make a version of it myself since it seemed like a simple recipe. To my surprise, it was tricky to master and took a few months to perfect but the wait was totally worth it. I was quite impressed with myself at how similar my sandwich tasted to Panera's.

The sandwich is super easy to make and only has a few simple ingredients. It's perfect for a quick lunch between classes and is actually pretty healthy, too. 

Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt

• Prep Time:10 mins
• Cook Time:5 mins
• Total Time:15 mins
• Servings:2
• Easy

Ingredients

• 4 slices whole grain bread
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/4 onion chopped
• 1 chicken breast
• Chipotle sauce
• 1/2 bell pepper
• 1/2 avocado
• Monterrey Jack Cheese sliced
• Cilantro optional

• Step 1

  Slice the bell pepper into thin slices and set aside. Then dice the avocado.

  

• Step 2

  Heat the olive oil on a medium skillet on medium heat. Add the chopped onion and stir until it's lightly browned. Add the chicken breast to the pan and let it sit for 3 minutes on medium heat without touching it.
  
  After 3 minutes flip it to the other side and let it sit for another 3 minutes. Slice the chicken into small pieces and make sure it's cooked all the way through.

  

• Step 3

  Toast the bread as long you want.

  

• Step 4

  Preheat the oven to 350°. Generously spread the chipotle sauce on slices of toast. Top with the chicken, pepper, avocado and cilantro. Add a few slices of cheese to each.

  

• Step 5

  Heat up the sandwiches in the oven for about 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Serve and enjoy.

  

If you're looking to switch up your lunch, be sure to try this tasty version of Panera's legendary sandwich. It is a healthy lunch choice and is sure to give you the energy boost you need to finish your day off strong.