The Ultimate Chicken Bacon Melt with Melted Cheese and Fresh Herbs
The Ultimate Chicken Bacon Melt is a golden, buttery grilled sandwich layered with juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, and a duo of melted mozzarella and cheddar. Finished with fresh herbs, it’s the ultimate comfort food upgrade!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: Add a tomato slice or a drizzle of honey mustard for extra flavor. Use sourdough or brioche for a gourmet twist. For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes into the cheese layer.10 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minute
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Main Course / Sandwich
- Method: Grilling / Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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2 slices white bread (or preferred bread)
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1 grilled chicken breast, thinly sliced
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2 slices crispy bacon
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1 tbsp butter
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Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme), for garnish
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preheat:
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. -
Assemble Sandwich:
Butter one side of each slice of bread.
Place one slice, buttered side down, on the skillet.
Layer with sliced grilled chicken, bacon, mozzarella, and cheddar.
Top with the second slice, buttered side up. -
Grill:
Cook 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cheese is melted. -
Finish:
Remove from skillet, cut in half, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Serve immediately with fries or a dipping sauce.
Notes
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Add a tomato slice or a drizzle of honey mustard for extra flavor.
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Use sourdough or brioche for a gourmet twist.
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For a spicy kick, sprinkle red pepper flakes into the cheese layer.