Gluten-Free Chicken Melt

Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Gluten-Free Chicken Melt, a hearty and satisfying recipe perfect for lunch or dinner. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breasts layered with gooey melted Swiss cheese, crispy bacon, and fresh slices of tomato and lettuce, all tucked inside buttery, toasted gluten-free hamburger buns, this dish balances comfort and indulgence with wholesome ingredients. It's a quick and easy option, taking just 35 minutes to prepare and bake, and is guaranteed to impress your tastebuds while accommodating gluten-free dietary needs. Ideal for family meals or casual entertaining, this chicken melt is the ultimate blend of flavor and texture, served hot and fresh from your oven.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Gluten-free hamburger buns
• 4 slices Swiss cheese (or cheese of choice)
• 4 slices Bacon
• 1 large Tomato
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the tomato into thin rounds and wash the lettuce leaves. Set aside.

Step 3

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

Step 5

Cook the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Step 6

In the same pan, add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 4-5 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 7

Butter the inside of the gluten-free buns and place them on a baking sheet, cut side up.

Step 8

Place one slice of cheese on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 9

Slice the cooked chicken breasts into thin strips and lay them over the cheese.

Step 10

Top the chicken with another slice of cheese and two slices of crispy bacon.

Step 11

Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and assemble the melts by adding tomato slices and lettuce on top of the bacon.

Step 13

Top with the other half of the buns.

Step 14

Serve immediately while hot and enjoy your Gluten-Free Chicken Melt.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	894.1 grams (894.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2103

Total Fat 117.20g	150%
Saturated Fat 45.50g	228%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 493mg	164%
Sodium 4707mg	205%
Total Carbohydrate 102.40g	37%
Dietary Fiber 6.20g	22%
Total Sugars 25.20g
Protein 161.20g	322%

Vitamin D 51IU	255%
Calcium 1122mg	86%
Iron 7mg	41%
Potassium 1598mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 30.6%

Carbs: 19.4%