Paula Deen’s Almond Chicken Salad Melt

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Source: Paula Deen

Serves 4 people

Categories: Chicken, Grilled Sandwich, Main Dish, Paula Deen

Ingredients

  • 3 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/3 cup sour cream
  • 1/3 cup toasted slivered almond
  • 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 8 slices country white bread
  • 1/4 cup thousand island dressing
  • 8 slices swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup butter

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine chicken, mayonnaise, sour cream, almonds, parsley, honey, and salt, tossing gently to combine. Spread one side of each slice of bread evenly with Thousand Island dressing.

  2. Top half of bread slices evenly with chicken salad.

  3. Place 2 slices Swiss cheese over chicken. Top with remaining slices of bread.

  4. Spread half of butter on outside of one side of each sandwich.

  5. Place sandwiches, buttered side down, onto a griddle or skillet over medium-low heat.

  6. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, or until golden.

  7. Spread remaining butter on ungrilled sides of sandwiches, and cook until golden and cheese is melted.

  8. Serve immediately.

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