Copycat Panera Chipotle Chicken Avocado Melt Recipe
This Panera copycat sandwich features tender shredded chicken, smoky chipotle mayo, creamy avocado, and melty gouda, all between toasted focaccia. A crave-worthy lunch or easy dinner.
Equipment
- 1 Skillet or panini press non-stick or cast iron
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 flat loaves of focaccia bread garlic herb recommended
- 6 oz shredded rotisserie chicken
- 1 avocado sliced
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 6 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 0.25 cup chopped cilantro
- 0.25 cup chopped Peppadew peppers or sweet and hot cherry peppers
- 4 oz sliced gouda cheese
- 2 tablespoon water
Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet or panini press over medium heat.
- Blend mayo, chipotle peppers, cilantro, and water in a blender or food processor until smooth.
- Slice focaccia bread horizontally into tops and bottoms.
- Spread chipotle mayo on the inside of each bread piece.
- Layer shredded chicken, avocado, Peppadew peppers, and gouda on the bottom halves.
- Top with bread tops and press gently.
- Cook sandwiches in the skillet or panini press for 3–5 minutes per side until golden and cheese melts.
- Remove, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
To prevent avocado from browning, brush slices with lemon juice. Add a touch of garlic or extra mayo to adjust chipotle mayo flavor to taste.