Grilled Chicken Sandwich (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken with crisp vegetables and zesty spread on toasted buns for a satisfying meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp garlic powder
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - ½ tsp salt
06 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Sandwich Components
07 - 4 sandwich buns or ciabatta rolls
08 - 4 leaves romaine lettuce
09 - 1 large tomato, sliced
10 - ½ red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 4 slices cheddar cheese (optional)
→ Creamy Spread
12 - 4 tbsp mayonnaise
13 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
14 - 1 tsp lemon juice
15 - 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets.
03 - In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat chicken cutlets evenly with the marinade.
04 - Grill chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F and chicken is cooked through.
05 - During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each cutlet to melt (if using).
06 - In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and parsley to make the creamy spread.
07 - Lightly toast the sandwich buns on the grill, cut side down, for about 1 minute.
08 - Spread the creamy sauce on both bun halves. Layer with lettuce, grilled chicken, tomato slices, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.
09 - Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The creamy spread ties everything together with a tang that cuts through the rich chicken
- You can have dinner ready in under thirty minutes without sacrificing flavor
- The texture contrast between crispy chicken and fresh vegetables never gets old
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- Letting the chicken rest for a few minutes after grilling keeps all the juices inside where they belong
- Do not skip toasting the buns because that slight crunch prevents a soggy sandwich situation
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- Grilling pineapple slices alongside the chicken adds incredible sweetness if you want to get fancy
- A light drizzle of balsamic glaze over the assembled sandwich takes it to restaurant quality