Chicken, Apple And Brie Sourdough Sandwich
A sophisticated yet simple lunch featuring seared chicken breast, creamy brie, and crisp apple slices. Nestled between toasted sourdough, it offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors.
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
Makes
1 serving
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthSteadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Comfortably satisfied
Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
A steadier afternoon
Give your day a solid food foundation
Being properly fed cannot solve a hard day, but a substantial meal can remove hunger and an energy dip from the list of things you are juggling.
Notice: mood + energy later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
Setup
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Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
To save time on a busy workday, you can use pre-cooked or leftover chicken breast; just slice it and warm it briefly in a skillet before assembling.
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Instructions
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Next: Season the chicken breast cutlet lightly with…
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Season the chicken breast cutlet lightly with…
Season the chicken breast cutlet lightly with salt and black pepper.
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Heat a skillet over medium heat with…
Heat a skillet over medium heat with a light drizzle of olive oil. Sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from the pan and let it rest for a minute.
Look for: fully cooked and golden brown
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Thinly slice the apple and the brie…
While the chicken cooks, thinly slice the apple and the brie cheese.
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Lightly toast the sourdough bread slices
Lightly toast the sourdough bread slices. Spread a thin layer of Dijon mustard on one or both slices.
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Layer the warm chicken
Layer the warm chicken, sliced brie, apple slices, and fresh arugula on the toasted bread. The heat from the chicken will gently soften the brie. Close the sandwich and enjoy.
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