{"id":267539,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T00:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-chicken-melts\/"},"modified":"2024-10-21T12:58:50","modified_gmt":"2024-10-21T17:58:50","slug":"easy-chicken-melts","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/easy-chicken-melts\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Melt"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you need something quick to throw together for dinner but have no idea what to make, these chicken melts are the perfect <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/50-easy-weeknight-dinners\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/50-easy-weeknight-dinners\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">weeknight dinner<\/a> recipe to have in your back pocket. Not only is it quick, this chicken melt sandwich uses up ingredients you likely already have in your pantry or fridge and will have a tasty meal on your plate in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/30-minute-meals-your-family-will-love\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/30-minute-meals-your-family-will-love\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">less than 30 minutes<\/a>. All you have to do is toss together the creamy chicken mixture, layer on bread with slices of tomato, top with cheese and bake in the oven until golden brown.<\/p>\n<h2>Chicken Melt Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Canned chicken:<\/strong> Use one can (9-3\/4 ounces) of chunk white chicken, drained and flaked.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shredded cheese:<\/strong> The cheese mixes in with the chicken and is sprinkled on top for the ultimate melting experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Onion:<\/strong> Chopped onion is added to the chicken mixture. Use a yellow or red onion for the best results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green bell pepper:<\/strong> Dice up a green bell pepper to contrast with the onion and add flavor and texture to your chicken melt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mayonnaise:<\/strong> The base of the chicken mixture\u2019s dressing is a basic mayonnaise. Feel free to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-mayonnaise\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/homemade-mayonnaise\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">make your own mayonnaise<\/a> if you don\u2019t have any on hand.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cajun seasoning:<\/strong> Seasoning adds extra flavor and spice to this chicken melt recipe to contrast the creaminess.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garlic:<\/strong> A clove is minced and added in as the aromatic along with the chopped onion.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Italian bread:<\/strong> Slices of Italian bread \u2014 or another thick bread \u2014 are best for these chicken melts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plum tomatoes:<\/strong> Tomato slices are layered between the chicken and the extra melted cheese on top.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Assemble the chicken melts<\/h3>\n<p>In a small bowl combine the chicken, 1\/2 cup of cheese, onion, green pepper, mayonnaise, Cajun seasoning and garlic. Spread the chicken mixture over bread slices and top with a tomato slice. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the slices.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Bake until golden brown<\/h3>\n<p>Place the chicken melts on an ungreased baking sheet and bake them at 375\u00b0F for 10 to 12 minutes, until the bread is toasted and golden brown.<\/p>\n<h2>Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use any shredded cheese:<\/strong> Although this recipe calls for shredded cheddar, you can swap it out and use any shredded cheese you have on hand. Pepper jack, mozzarella or even a Mexican blend could all work for this chicken melt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add ranch dressing:<\/strong>\u00a0 Add in a dollop of ranch dressing to your chicken mixture for a tangier taste in your chicken melt.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make it buffalo style:<\/strong> Make your chicken melt spicy by mixing in buffalo sauce with your chicken! You could even take it to the next level and sprinkle crumbled blue cheese on top with the cheddar.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garnish with green onions or chives:<\/strong> Top your chicken melts with chopped green onions or chives (or both!) for a tasty finish on your sandwich.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store Chicken Melts<\/h2>\n<p>While you can store these chicken melts in the fridge in an airtight container (or a freezer for up to three months), you\u2019ll want to enjoy them fresh for the best results. Make just as many as you plan on eating so the leftovers don\u2019t take up the space in your fridge and so the bread doesn\u2019t get soggy underneath the melt.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make chicken melts ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>You can easily mix up the chicken mixture for the chicken melt sandwich ahead of time. Keep the mixture in an airtight container in your refrigerator until it\u2019s time to make dinner. When you\u2019re ready, spread the chicken mixture on fresh slices of bread and proceed with the recipe as normal.<\/p>\n<h2>Chicken Melt Tips<\/h2>\n<h3>Can I put chicken melts in the air fryer?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes! Chicken melts can also be baked in the air fryer if you don\u2019t feel like turning on the oven. Bake them for 10 minutes in the air fryer at 350\u00b0.<\/p>\n<h3>What kind of bread is good for chicken melts?<\/h3>\n<p>While this recipe could work with any bread, use a thicker slice so the chicken melt retains its structure when transferring it from the pan to your plate. Thick slices of French bread, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/sourdough-bread\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/sourdough-bread\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">sourdough<\/a> or even English muffins work well for chicken melts.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you use leftover chicken for chicken melts?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes! While this recipe does call for canned chicken, you can always use the cooked chicken you have on hand. Chicken melt sandwiches are also one of our favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-turn-rotisserie-chicken-into-dinner\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/ways-to-turn-rotisserie-chicken-into-dinner\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">rotisserie chicken recipes<\/a> if you have leftovers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>These cheesy, Cajun-flavored sandwiches are toasty and delicious right out of the oven. 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