Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCheff Che Cafe & BarCalifornia Sandwich Recipe

California Sandwich Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, cheddar cheese, tomato on ciabatta bread.

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Ingredients

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Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Grill the Chicken

    Season the grilled chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. This should take about 5-7 minutes. Once done, remove and place on paper towels to drain excess grease.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Slice the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh out. Mash slightly with a fork and season with salt. Slice the tomato into even rounds.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Spread the Mayonnaise

    Slice the ciabatta bread horizontally. Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each cut side of the ciabatta.

  2. 5

    Layer the Ingredients

    On the bottom half of each ciabatta, layer the grilled chicken slices, followed by crispy bacon, mashed avocado, sliced tomato, and top with cheddar cheese.

  3. 6

    Finish the Sandwich

    Place the top half of the ciabatta on each sandwich. If desired, you can grill the sandwich for an additional 2-3 minutes on each side to melt the cheese and toast the bread.

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