Recipes Discovered

Grilled Pear and Chicken Sandwich Recipe

This sandwich is a great alternative to a traditional grilled ham and cheese. The original recipe from Big Book of 30-Minute Dinnerscalls for an apple, Canadian bacon and swiss cheese. I have made them a lot and they are always good, but I had pears and sliced chicken instead, which I thought would be even more of a unique twist.
The sandwiches are easy to assemble. Just split open English muffins and spread the cut side with Dijon mustard and the outside with butter. Layer thinly sliced pears, deli-style chicken breast, and cheese between the muffins and place in a hot skillet over medium-low heat. They take about 5 minutes on each side, and I usually cover the pan to help the sandwich heat through.
They are simple to make, but have amazing flavor. I really like the texture of the English muffin rather than regular bread for some reason. The fruit mixed with the meat and cheese adds a nice sweetness to the sandwich. I prefer the apple over the pear because the apple also adds a little crispness, but the sandwich really has endless possibilities. Mix and match any fruits, meats, and cheeses you like to create a unique sandwich all your own!