Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this homemade chicken sandwich that combines juicy, flavorful chicken with fresh toppings in a soft bun. Perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, this recipe allows endless customization based on your taste preferences. Enjoy the delightful crunch of crisp lettuce and the juiciness of ripe tomatoes, all brought together with creamy mayonnaise. With simplified steps and accessible ingredients, you can impress family and friends with this delicious dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 4 soft brioche or whole wheat buns
- ½ cup mayonnaise (or chipotle mayo)
- 1 cup romaine or iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 large tomato, sliced
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Chicken: Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Pat chicken breasts dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- 2. Cook the Chicken: Add olive oil to the hot skillet or grill. Cook chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- 3. Toast the Buns: While chicken cooks, lightly toast buns in another skillet or on the grill until warm and slightly crispy.
- 4. Assemble: Spread mayonnaise on one half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, tomato slices, and the cooked chicken breast. Top with additional mayonnaise if desired and close with the other bun half.
- 5. Serve: Plate your sandwiches with extra greens or chips on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - Marinating chicken overnight adds more flavor. - Customize spices to your liking; try smoked paprika for a twist. - For added richness, consider adding avocado slices.