Chicken Salad Melt (Printable Version)

Toasty bread piled high with creamy chicken salad, spicy peppers, and gooey cheese. A quick, hearty treat.

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 2 slices of medium-sized bread.

02 - 3/4 cup chicken, shredded.

03 - 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper.

04 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion.

05 - 1 tablespoon of chipotle mayo.

06 - 1/2 tablespoon fresh lime juice.

07 - 1 teaspoon of honey.

08 - 1-2 slices of pepper jack cheese.

09 - Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

10 - Extras (optional): Fresh herbs like parsley, cilantro, chopped green onions, or hot sauce.

01 - Set your oven to 400°F to heat up.

02 - Cover a baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper.

03 - Combine the chicken, peppers, and onion. Stir in the mayo, lime juice, and honey. Sprinkle in some salt and pepper to your liking.

04 - Give the bread a light toast. Spoon on the chicken mixture and layer with cheese.

05 - Bake for 6-8 minutes. Broil for a minute at the end if you want it extra toasty. Sprinkle your favorite toppings before serving.

01 - Toasted bread keeps it from getting soggy.

02 - Perfect way to use up extra chicken.

03 - Prepare the filling ahead, then assemble later.

04 - You can replace pepper jack with any cheese that melts well.