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Pollo Asado Recipe
Marigold Voss

Pollo Asado Recipe

A delicious chicken avocado melt sandwich made with juicy chicken, creamy avocado, melted cheese, and toasted bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or easy dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Grilling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course, Sandwich
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 slices Bread sourdough or whole wheat
  • 1 cup Cooked chicken shredded or sliced
  • 1 medium Avocado sliced or mashed
  • 2 slices Cheese cheddar or mozzarella
  • 1 tbsp Mayonnaise optional
  • 1 tsp Olive oil or butter for grilling
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper to taste
  • ¼ tsp Salt to taste

Equipment

  • 1 Skillet or grill pan
  • 1 Spatula
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium heat.
  2. Lightly brush one side of each bread slice with olive oil or butter.
  3. Place one bread slice, oiled side down, onto the skillet.
  4. Spread mayonnaise evenly over the bread if using.
  5. Layer cooked chicken, avocado slices, and cheese on top.
  6. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
  7. Top with the second bread slice, oiled side facing up.
  8. Cook until the bottom is golden and cheese begins to melt.
  9. Flip carefully and cook the other side until golden and fully melted.
  10. Remove from heat, slice, and serve warm.

Video

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to save time.
  • Add tomato or bacon for extra flavor.
  • For a healthier version, use whole-grain bread.
  • Best served fresh and hot.