Grilled Chicken Sandwich (Printable)
Tender grilled chicken with fresh veggies and tangy sauce on toasted buns
# 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 romaine lettuce leaves
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 Advice:
01 -
- Everything comes together in thirty minutes, including the time it takes to fire up the grill
- The creamy spread is the secret that makes people ask what you did differently
- You can assemble these ahead for a crowd and they still taste incredible
02 -
- Dry chicken is usually from cooking too fast or not cutting it evenly, so the butterfly technique is not optional
- The spread needs to go on both bun halves or the top bun will slide off with your first bite
- Letting chicken rest for two minutes after grilling makes a huge difference in juiciness
03 -
- Pound the chicken slightly after butterflying it for even more consistent thickness and cooking
- Grill red onion alongside the chicken for a sweet, smoky version that melts into the sandwich