Chicken Melt Sandwich

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded or sliced

1/4 cup mayonnaise

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and black pepper, to taste

For the Sandwiches:

4 slices of bread (sourdough, white, or whole wheat)

4 slices of cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or provolone)

1 small tomato, sliced (optional)

1 tablespoon butter

Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken Salad:

In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Assemble the Sandwich:

Place a slice of bread on a clean surface. Layer half of the chicken mixture on top, then add tomato slices if using. Top with a slice of cheese and the second slice of bread.

Cook the Sandwich:

Heat a skillet over medium heat. Butter the outside of the sandwich lightly on both sides. Place the sandwich in the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, pressing lightly with a spatula, until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Serve:

Remove from the skillet, cut in half if desired, and serve hot.

Tips:

For extra flavor, add caramelized onions or cooked bacon to the filling.

You can also toast the sandwich in a panini press for a crispier version.

Swap the cheese for pepper jack if you want a little heat.