Description
Indulge in the delightful fusion of savory chicken and creamy avocado with this Chicken and Avocado Panini. Perfectly toasted sourdough bread encases juicy chicken, fresh spinach, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a mouthwatering sandwich that’s ideal for lunch or a spontaneous picnic. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy-to-make panini will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 450g)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the chicken into bite-sized pieces and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat with a tablespoon of olive oil. Cook the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, mash the ripe avocados in a bowl with a pinch of salt.
- Assemble the panini by layering one slice of sourdough with spinach, cooked chicken, mashed avocado, and cheddar cheese. Top with another slice of bread.
- Brush both sides of the assembled panini with olive oil. Grill on medium-low heat for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and the cheese melts.
- Slice diagonally and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 panini (200g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg