Chicken Cheddar Cranberry Melt
If you’re craving a comforting yet delicious meal, look no further than this Chicken Cheddar Cranberry Melt. This quick and easy sandwich features layers of savory chicken, sharp cheddar cheese, and sweet cranberry sauce, all nestled between crispy, golden-brown bread. Perfect for using up leftover chicken, this melt can be prepared in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual family gatherings. The contrast of textures – crunchy on the outside and gooey on the inside – will satisfy your taste buds and leave everyone asking for seconds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large slices of bread
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 5 slices cooked chicken breast
- 1/4 cup cranberry sauce
- 1/3 cup hearty baby greens
Instructions
- Heat a griddle or panini press over medium heat.
- Spread butter generously on one side of each slice of bread.
- On the unbuttered side of one slice, layer two slices of cheddar cheese.
- Add chicken slices, cranberry sauce, and baby greens on top, followed by the remaining two slices of cheese.
- Place the second slice of bread on top (butter side up) to assemble the sandwich.
- Grill the sandwich for about 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and the bread is toasted golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 510
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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