This Air Fryer Copycat Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt features tender chicken, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and smoky chipotle sauce on perfectly toasted bread. Quick to make and packed with flavor, it’s an irresistible lunch or dinner option.
This Air Fryer Copycat Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt combines juicy chicken, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and smoky chipotle sauce on perfectly toasted bread.
It’s a quick, flavorful meal that works perfectly for lunch or a casual dinner.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Creamy & Savory: Avocado and melted cheese create rich, satisfying flavors.
- Smoky Chipotle Kick: Adds a bold, zesty punch to every bite.
- Quick & Easy: Ready in minutes using your air fryer.
- Perfect Lunch or Dinner: Filling and flavorful for any mealtime.
- Copycat Perfection: Enjoy Panera-style taste at home without the wait.
Ingredients Needed
- Bread: Use any sandwich bread, such as white or sourdough bread
- Mustard: Use Dijon mustard or yellow mustard
- Chicken: Fully cooked and then thinly sliced
- Avcaod: Peeled and thinly sliced
- Spinach: Use fresh baby spinach
- Mozzarella Cheese: Use thinly sliced mozzarella or shredded mozzarella cheese
How To Make Air Fryer Copycat Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 370 degrees F using an air fryer setting. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.
Step 2: Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F (74°C) to be fully cooked. Allow your chicken breast to cool for a few minutes before slicing the chicken breast thinly.
Step 3: Spread one teaspoon of Dijon mustard onto each bread slice. Top 2 slices of bread with one-half each of the chicken, avocado, tomato, baby spinach, and shredded mozzarella. Add the remaining bread to the top to form a sandwich.
Step 4: Brush the paninis on both sides with the olive oil or melted butter, place your sandwich onto the Air Fryer Grill Plate (if you have one), and air fry at 330 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, or until the bread is golden-brown on all sides and the cheese is melted.
Step 5: Serve with some chips or pickles, and enjoy!
Air Fryer Copycat Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt Recipe Tips
- Pound the Chicken: To ensure it cooks evenly and quickly, pounds it to an even thickness before seasoning and air frying.
- Use Cooking Spray: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray before placing the chicken in it.
- Season Well: Don’t be shy with the seasoning! Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and other spices to enhance its flavor.
- Let the Chicken Rest: After cooking the chicken, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Toast the Bread: Toasting the bread will add a nice crunch and flavor to the sandwich. For a few minutes, you can toast it in a toaster or on a grill pan.
- Customize with Toppings: The beauty of a chicken avocado sandwich is that you can customize it with your favorite toppings and condiments.
Serving Suggestions
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries: Sweet potato fries are a great accompaniment to chicken avocado sandwiches. They’re crispy, flavorful, and healthy.
- Salad: A simple side salad is a great way to balance out the richness of the chicken avocado sandwich. Try a mix of greens, cherry tomatoes, and a balsamic vinaigrette.
- Coleslaw: Coleslaw is a classic side dish that pairs well with sandwiches. Try a creamy coleslaw with cabbage, carrots, and a tangy dressing.
- Roasted Vegetables: Roasted vegetables like broccoli, carrots, or Brussels sprouts are a healthy and flavorful side dish that complements the chicken avocado sandwich.
- Chips and Guacamole: If you want a snack-like side dish, try serving tortilla chips and guacamole with your sandwich. It’s a great way to incorporate more avocado into the meal.
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Air Fryer Copycat Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt
Description
Ingredients
- 4 slices sandwich bread, white or sourdough
- 4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 medium avocado, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Chicken:
- 4 ounces chicken breast, boneless, and skinless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 370 degrees F using an air fryer setting. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and garlic powder on both sides. Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.
- Place the chicken breasts in the air fryer basket and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
- Check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer. It should reach 165°F (74°C) to be fully cooked. Allow your chicken breast to cool for a few minutes before slicing the chicken breast thinly.
- Spread one teaspoon of Dijon mustard onto each bread slice. Top 2 slices of bread with one-half each of the chicken, avocado, tomato, baby spinach, and shredded mozzarella. Add the remaining bread to the top to form a sandwich.
- Brush the paninis on both sides with the olive oil or melted butter, place your sandwich onto the Air Fryer Grill Plate (if you have one), and air fry at 330 degrees F for 3-5 minutes, or until the bread is golden-brown on all sides and the cheese is melted.
- Serve with some chips or pickles, and enjoy!
Equipment
- Air Fryer Grill Plate, optional
Nutrition
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