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Homemade Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt

This warm and cheesy sandwich is a perfect copycat of the cafe favorite you know and love.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 16, 2026
Homemade Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
8 minutes
Total
18 minutes
Serves
1

There is something so comforting about a toasted sandwich filled with melted cheese and creamy avocado. This recipe brings that popular cafe flavor right into your own kitchen using simple ingredients that come together quickly.

I love making these for a fast lunch when I want something satisfying. My best tip is to use a good quality sourdough bread because the tanginess pairs perfectly with the smoky chipotle sauce.

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 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tablespoon butter, softened

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix the mayonnaise and minced chipotle peppers together in a small bowl to create your sauce.

  2. 2

    Spread the butter on one side of each slice of bread.

  3. 3

    Place one slice of bread butter side down in a cold pan.

  4. 4

    Spread the chipotle sauce on the upward facing side of the bread.

  5. 5

    Layer the chicken, avocado slices, and smoked gouda on top of the sauce.

  6. 6

    Place the second slice of bread on top with the butter side facing up.

  7. 7

    Turn the heat to medium and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes per side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has fully melted.

💡 Tips

Serve this sandwich warm alongside a cup of tomato soup or a fresh side salad. If you have leftovers, keep the avocado slices separate until you are ready to eat to prevent browning. You can store the chipotle mayo in the fridge for up to a week.

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