Chicken Club Sandwiches (Printable)
Triple-decker layers of seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, fresh vegetables, and creamy mayo on golden toasted bread.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 chicken breasts (about 10.5 oz), cooked and sliced
02 - ½ teaspoon salt
03 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Bacon
04 - 8 slices bacon
→ Vegetables
05 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
06 - 8 leaves romaine lettuce
→ Bread
07 - 12 slices sandwich bread (white or whole wheat), toasted
→ Condiments
08 - 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
09 - 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (optional)
→ Other
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for toasting, optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Season the cooked chicken breast slices evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides.
02 - Place bacon slices in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally. Drain on paper towels to remove excess grease.
03 - Lightly butter bread slices if desired and toast in a toaster or grill pan until golden brown and crisp.
04 - Lay out 3 slices of toasted bread per sandwich. Spread mayonnaise (and mustard if using) on one side of each slice.
05 - On the first slice, place romaine lettuce leaves, followed by tomato slices, and half of the seasoned sliced chicken.
06 - Top with a second slice of bread, mayonnaise side down. Add additional lettuce, tomato slices, and 2 slices of crispy bacon.
07 - Place the third slice of bread, mayonnaise side down, on top to finish the triple-decker structure.
08 - Insert toothpicks at opposite corners through all layers to hold the sandwich together for serving.
09 - Cut each sandwich diagonally into halves or quarters using a sharp knife. Serve immediately while bread remains crispy.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That first bite when all the layers come together is pure magic
- The combination of warm toasted bread and cool crisp vegetables never gets old
02 -
- Slice your tomatoes thin and pat them dry with paper towels to prevent the bread from getting soggy
- Secure those toothpicks before cutting or your beautiful layers will slide right apart
03 -
- Warm the chicken slightly before assembling for that hot cold contrast that makes club sandwiches special
- Place the tomato slices between the lettuce and bread to protect the toast from moisture