Unknownchef86's Easy Chicken Monte Cristo

Ingredients

Egg mixture

• 3 large eggs
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/3 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons honey mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• cayenne pepper (a pinch)

Sandwich filling

• 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 4 slices sourdough French bread, large round artisan-style, cut in half to make 4 sandwiches
• 4 slices swiss cheese, good quality
• 2 cups rotisserie-cooked chicken, thinly sliced (I prefer the breast)
• 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
• 8 slices thin-sliced cooked ham, good quality (I prefer off-the-bone from the deli)
• honey mustard (optional) or raspberry preserves (optional)

Directions

1. 1

   Egg Mixture: Using a fork, lightly beat the eggs and salt together in a shallow pan. Add remaining ingredients and beat to combine. Set aside.

2. 2

   Sandwich Prep: Layer the cheese, chicken, Parmesan, and ham on half of the bread slices. Top with remaining slices of bread.

3. 3

   To completely cook the egg and melt the cheese, it's better to cook this a little longer and a little slower. Preheat a griddle (I use a cast iron one) over medium-low heat and coat with half the butter.

4. 4

   Quickly dip two of the sandwiches in the egg mixture -- the bread should be coated but not saturated.

5. 5

   Place in the skillet and cook until golden brown, 4-5 minutes per side, carefully flipping to avoid filling falling out. Also, flip as necessary to prevent scorching. Cook til cheese is melted.

6. 6

   Repeat with remaining sandwiches.

7. 7

   Serve with more mustard or preserves, if desired.