Ingredients

4

large slices sourdough bread (1/2 inch thick)

2

tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

4

oz smoky Cheddar cheese, sliced

1 1/2

cups shredded cooked chicken

1/4

cup cooked real bacon bits (from 3-oz jar)

6

thin slices tomato

2

thin slices onion, separated into rings

Preparation

Heat panini maker or closed contact grill for 5 minutes. Spread 1 side of each bread slice with butter. On unbuttered side of 2 slices, arrange half of the cheese. Top evenly with chicken, bacon, tomato, onion and remaining cheese. Top with remaining 2 bread slices, buttered sides up.

Place sandwiches on grill. Close grill; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese is melted. Cut each sandwich in half to serve.