Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
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Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Description
The Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe starts by halving and pounding chicken breasts to an even thinness, then marinating them in olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried thyme, oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper for 3 to 24 hours. This infusion imparts citrusy and herbaceous notes. Grilling the chicken quickly over high heat seals in juices and imparts grill marks, cooking the meat to the safe internal temperature of 165°F.
The sandwich is built on sandwich rolls with cheddar cheese, crispy cooked bacon, tomato slices, and leafy lettuce. Mayonnaise and mustard are used as spreads, but the recipe suggests flexibility with additional sauces or toppings like avocado, pico de gallo, or hot sauce to vary flavor.
Marinating the chicken for at least 30 minutes improves flavor and tenderness, and pounding pieces to uniform thickness ensures even cooking. Letting the chicken rest after grilling keeps it juicy. Using your preferred bread type customizes the sandwich texture. These sandwiches are suitable for casual meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 chicken breast boneless, skinless
- ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin preferred
- 1 lemon juiced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1¼ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon thyme dried
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
For the Sandwiches:
- 4 sandwich roll
- 4 lices cheddar cheese
- 8 lices Bacon cooked
- 1 tomato sliced
- 4 pieces lettuce leafy
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup mustard
Instructions
- With a knife parallel to the work surface, cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally, creating 4 thin breasts. If necessary, place the breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound each to about ½-inch thickness using a meat mallet or a rolling pin.
- Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large Ziplock bag. Add the chicken, seal the bag, and gently massage the marinade into the meat. Place the bag in the refrigerator and marinate for 3-24 hours.
- When ready to cook, oil the grates of a grill and preheat it to high. Grill the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reached 165°F.
- Transfer the chicken to a plate to rest for 10 minutes, then build sandwiches on rolls with your favorite toppings and serve.
Notes
- Marinate chicken between 3 to 24 hours for flavor; a minimum of 30 minutes can improve tenderness.
- Pound chicken to ½-inch thickness for even cooking and consistent grill marks.
- Preheat grill grates to 350-450°F to achieve good sear and prevent sticking.
- Cook chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F to avoid toughness or undercooking.
- Let chicken rest for 10 minutes after grilling to redistribute juices.
- Customize sandwiches with preferred buns like brioche or ciabatta and add sauces or toppings as desired.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 612 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 612kcal | 31% |
| Carbohydrates | 35g | 12% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 40g | 62% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10g | 59% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 75mg | 25% |
| Sodium | 1745mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 492mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 560IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 10mg | 11% |
| Calcium | 207mg | 21% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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