Chicken Melt Recipe
Shredded Chicken, Red Onions, Cheese, and Garlic Aioli
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Garlic Aioli
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
If not already shredded, cook the chicken breasts until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F). Allow to cool slightly and shred using two forks.
- 2
Slice the Onion
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Set aside.
- 3
Prepare Garlic Aioli
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic (press or finely chop), lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are well mixed.
Cooking
- 4
Assemble the Chicken Melt
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken and half of the garlic aioli. Mix until the chicken is well coated.
- 5
Build the Sandwich
On one slice of bread, layer the chicken mixture, followed by a layer of sliced red onions, and top with shredded cheese. Place another slice of bread on top to form a sandwich.
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