Dinner for 1
Chicken Salad Melts
Chicken salad and cheddar melt between crisp bread slices in a skillet for a quick warm meal.
Typical price
$9.98for 4 servings
$2.49 per serving$9.98 for 4
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Photo: ambitiouskitchen.com
- 17 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 1servings (the source says 2, which counts pieces)
- $$typical cost tier
AmericanHigh-proteinBudgetLunchesDinnersBack to schoolSummer
What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 0.5 lb | $1.75Typical price |
| Sandwich bread$2.49 each typical | a little | $0.30Typical price |
| Cheddar and shredded cheese$0.30/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.45Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $2.49 | |
Ingredients
- 1 batch spicy chicken salad
- 2 slices your favorite bread
- 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
Steps
- Spread the chicken salad evenly between the two bread slices and add one cheese slice to each sandwich.
- Heat a lightly oiled skillet over medium-low heat for 2 minutes.
- Cook the sandwiches for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the bread is golden and the cheese melts.
- Check that the thickest part of the poultry reaches 165 F before serving.
- Rest the melts for 2 minutes, then cut them in half.
Swaps
- Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Cheddar and shredded cheese for Mozzarellaabout the same price
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