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$1 Loaf Bread: Chicken Melts

June 23, 2025 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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Cheap & Cheesy: Chicken Melts on $1 French Loaf Bread

These Chicken Salad Melts are a deliciously affordable twist on a classic, served on a crispy $1 French loaf.

Creamy chicken salad is topped with melty cheese and toasted to perfection for a warm, satisfying bite.

It’s the perfect quick meal that feels fancy without breaking your budget!

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$1 Loaf Bread: Chicken Melts

Chicken melts are the ultimate budget-friendly comfort food, and they’re even better when made with a $1 loaf of French bread.
Prep Time10 minutes minutes
Cook Time10 minutes minutes
Servings - 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 2 8 oz. cans chicken breast drained
  • 1/2 cup sandwich spread or mayonaisse
  • 1 French loaf bread
  • 8 slices Provolone cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Line a baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.
  • Slice open the french loaf bread and lay it flat.
  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the chicken and sandwich spread or mayo. Spread into thin layer on the top of the loaf bread. Add the slices of cheese on top, covering the chicken.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until cheese melts over the top. Slice into smaller bite size pieces and serve. Enjoy!

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