This classic chicken salad melt features a dressing lightened up with yogurt and shredded rotisserie chicken for ultimate convenience.

We lighten it up by replacing half of the mayo with Greek yogurt.

Have we mentioned the ooey-gooey melted cheese?

a recipe photo of the Rotisserie Chicken Salad Melt

Photo:Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist Tucker Vines

This high-protein sandwich will satisfy for hours, and its quick to make.

Read on for our expert tips and tricks for making whats sure to be your new go-to lunch.

Fold in chicken and onion until evenly coated.

the ingredients to make the Rotisserie Chicken Salad Melt

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist Tucker Vines

Top with the remaining 4 bread slices, buttered-sides up, pressing down slightly to flatten.

Heat a large cast-iron skillet over medium-low heat.

Transfer the sandwiches to a plate; loosely cover with foil to keep warm.

a photo of the bread being brushed with butter and the salad on the other slice

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist Tucker Vines

Wipe the skillet clean; repeat the process with the remaining 2 sandwiches.

Slice the sandwiches in half and serve immediately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Absolutely.

a photo of the sandwiches cooking in the pan

Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist Tucker Vines

Choose something that will melt well.

Cheeses like mild Cheddar, Muenster, Colby and Swiss would work.

A zested lemon covered in plastic wrap will be best if used within three days.

However, you might still use it for up to a week.

  • Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.