Apricot Brie Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
Introduction
Apricot Brie Chicken Sandwiches offer a delightful blend of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors. This easy-to-make sandwich combines tender chicken, melted brie, and fruity apricot preserves for a satisfying meal that feels special but takes little time.
Ingredients
- 2 Slices Bread of choice
- 1 Tablespoon Mayonnaise
- Handful of Arugula
- 2-3 Tablespoons Apricot Preserves
- ½ Chicken Breast, cooked and shredded
- 2-3 Slices Brie Cheese
- Red Onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven broiler to high and prepare a baking sheet.
- Step 2: Toast both sides of the bread until lightly browned, if desired, then set aside.
- Step 3: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on one slice of bread, then top with a handful of arugula. Set aside.
- Step 4: On the other slice, spread a thick layer of apricot preserves. Layer the cooked shredded chicken, thinly sliced red onions, and brie cheese on top.
- Step 5: Place the bread with the chicken and cheese on the baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes, until the brie is melted and bubbly.
- Step 6: Remove from the oven and transfer the cheesy slice to a plate. Place the arugula-topped slice on top, pressing down slightly to assemble the sandwich.
- Step 7: Slice in half if desired and enjoy immediately.
Tips & Variations
- Try substituting mayonnaise with roasted garlic and thyme aioli for extra flavor.
- Use a crusty bread like ciabatta or sourdough for added texture.
- Swap apricot preserves with fig jam or peach preserves to vary the sweetness.
- For a smoky touch, add a few slices of crispy bacon.
Storage
Store any leftover sandwich components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat the chicken and brie slice in the oven or toaster oven to melt the cheese again before assembling. Avoid storing the fully assembled sandwich to prevent sogginess.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use a different cheese instead of brie?
Yes, creamy cheeses like camembert or fontina work well as substitutes, but brie provides the best melt and mild flavor balance in this sandwich.
Is it better to use fresh or leftover chicken?
Either works perfectly. Leftover cooked chicken is convenient, but freshly cooked chicken breast shredded for this recipe gives a juicier texture and better flavor.
PrintApricot Brie Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
These Apricot Brie Chicken Sandwiches combine tender shredded chicken, creamy brie cheese, and sweet apricot preserves layered on toasted bread with fresh arugula and a hint of mayo, then broiled to melt the cheese perfectly. An easy yet elegant sandwich perfect for a flavorful lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 sandwich 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Sandwich Ingredients
- 2 slices Bread of choice
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise (or roasted garlic and thyme aioli)
- Handful of Arugula
- 2–3 tablespoons Apricot Preserves
- ½ cooked Chicken Breast, shredded
- 2–3 slices Brie Cheese
- Thinly sliced Red Onion
Instructions
- Preheat the broiler: Set the oven broiler to “high” and prepare a baking sheet for toasting and melting the cheese.
- Toast the bread (optional): Toast both sides of the bread slices until just brown for added texture and flavor.
- Prepare the base slice: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or aioli on one slice of the bread and top it with a handful of fresh arugula. Set aside.
- Prepare the top slice: Spread a thick layer of apricot preserves on the other slice of bread. Layer the shredded chicken evenly on top, followed by thin slices of red onion, and then place the brie cheese slices over everything.
- Melt the cheese: Place the prepared slice with chicken and cheese onto the baking sheet and broil in the oven for 2-3 minutes, until the brie cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Assemble the sandwich: Remove the melted cheese slice from the oven and place it on a plate. Top it with the arugula-topped bread slice, pressing down gently to combine the layers.
Notes
- To enhance flavor, you can use roasted garlic and thyme aioli instead of regular mayonnaise.
- If you do not have brie cheese, substitute with another mild, creamy melting cheese.
- Adjust the amount of apricot preserves to your preferred sweetness.
- Use leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute with gluten-free bread.
Keywords: Apricot Brie Chicken Sandwich, Melted Brie Sandwich, Sweet and Savory Chicken Sandwich, Broiled Cheese Sandwich, Easy Lunch Recipe
