Moroccan Chicken Manchego Melt

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Health score
9%
Moroccan Chicken Manchego Melt
15 min.
1
630kcal

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Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of the Moroccan Chicken Manchego Melt, a delightful dish that brings a taste of North Africa right to your kitchen. Perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying dinner, this melt is not only popular but also incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 15 minutes from start to finish. With a calorie count of 630 kcal, it’s a hearty option that doesn’t compromise on taste.

This recipe features succulent Moroccan grilled chicken, infused with the spicy kick of harissa, all nestled between two slices of perfectly toasted bread. The addition of creamy manchego cheese elevates this dish, creating a melty, gooey texture that is simply irresistible. Topped with zesty green olive tapenade and tangy pickled onions, each bite bursts with flavor, making it a memorable meal for any occasion.

Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself to a delicious homemade dish, the Moroccan Chicken Manchego Melt is sure to satisfy. Grab your frying pan and grill, and get ready to enjoy a culinary adventure that combines the warmth of Moroccan spices with the comfort of a classic melt. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • slices bread 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.5 cup moroccan grilled chicken 
  • teaspoon harissa 
  • 0.5 cup manchego cheese shredded
  • tablespoons olive tapenade green with preserved lemon
  • tablespoon pickled onions 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Heat a pan over medium heat.Butter one side of each slice of bread, place one slice in the pan with buttered side down, top with half of the cheese followed by the chicken, tapenade, onions and harissa, the remaining cheese and finally the other slice of bread with buttered side up.Grill until golden brown on both sides and the cheese is melted, about 2-4 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts

Calories630kcal
Protein24.68%
Fat56.32%
Carbs19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
135.67
Glycemic Load
14.5
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
16.937826052956%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Quercetin
2.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:630.28kcal
31.51%
Fat:38.82g
59.73%
Saturated Fat:23.01g
143.84%
Carbohydrates:29.48g
9.83%
Net Carbohydrates:26g
9.46%
Sugar:5.25g
5.84%
Cholesterol:143.05mg
47.68%
Sodium:817.76mg
35.55%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.27g
76.55%
Calcium:689.61mg
68.96%
Selenium:33.59µg
47.99%
Vitamin B3:8.74mg
43.72%
Manganese:0.69mg
34.62%
Phosphorus:215.5mg
21.55%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.89%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.48%
Iron:2.93mg
16.26%
Fiber:3.92g
15.68%
Vitamin B2:0.25mg
15%
Vitamin A:724.63IU
14.49%
Folate:53.87µg
13.47%
Vitamin B5:1.17mg
11.67%
Zinc:1.68mg
11.23%
Magnesium:39.54mg
9.88%
Potassium:275.72mg
7.88%
Copper:0.13mg
6.66%
Vitamin K:4.02µg
3.83%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.78%
Vitamin E:0.53mg
3.53%
Vitamin C:1.65mg
2%