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Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melts

If you like your chicken sandwiches cheesy, spicy, and packed with flavor, Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melts are for you!
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings 4 sandwiches
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet

Ingredients
  

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon coriander
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1 lime zest only
  • ½ bunch cilantro finely chopped
  • ½ cup canola oil
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  • 1 lime juice only
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 jalapeños
  • 1–2 avocado
  • 4 slices pepperjack cheese
  • 4 ciabatta rolls
  • ½ cup Chipotle Sour Cream Sauce see notes

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Mix all spices in a large bowl and toss chicken until coated.
  • Cover bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat and add canola oil.
  • Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side; ensure internal temperature is 165°F.
  • Let chicken rest for 5 minutes.
  • Slice chicken thin, and place on ciabatta rolls with avocado and cheese.
  • Toast melts on grill or skillet for 2-3 minutes until cheese is melted.

Notes

See notes section for Chipotle Sour Cream Sauce link.