Description
A golden, crispy Chicken & Cheese Croque Monsieur layered with shredded chicken, melty Gruyère, and creamy béchamel, all toasted to perfection for the ultimate comfort sandwich.
Ingredients
- Bread Slices: 8 slices of sturdy sourdough or country bread
- Cooked Chicken: 2 cups, shredded or sliced
- Gruyère Cheese: 2 cups, shredded
- Parmesan Cheese: ½ cup, grated
- Butter: 3 tablespoons, unsalted
- Flour: 3 tablespoons, all-purpose
- Milk: 2 cups, whole milk
- Dijon Mustard: 2 teaspoons
- Nutmeg: A pinch
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, then whisk in flour to form a paste. Cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly until thickened. Stir in Dijon mustard, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Fold in grated Parmesan cheese. Set béchamel aside.
- Warm a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Butter one side of each bread slice.
- Place 4 slices of bread, buttered side down, on a work surface. Spread béchamel on each slice, then layer with shredded chicken and Gruyère cheese. Top with remaining bread slices, buttered side up. Spread a little more béchamel and cheese on top of each sandwich.
- Toast the sandwiches in a skillet for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden. Then place on a baking sheet and broil for 2–3 minutes, just until the top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let them sit for a minute before slicing. Add a sprinkle of herbs if desired.
- Serve warm with a crisp green salad or a cup of soup on the side.
Notes
- Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess.
- Make the béchamel up to 2 days in advance.
- Reheat in oven, not microwave, for best texture.
- Add sautéed mushrooms or tomatoes for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: chicken croque monsieur, cheesy chicken sandwich, french toastie, comfort food sandwich