Smokey & The Bird Recipe
Grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, tomato, mayonnaise and Our take on a Philadelphia classic. Chopped brisket, grilled peppers and onions and provolone cheese sandwiched between two pieces of Cuban bread.
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Ingredients
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Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Chopped Brisket Filling
Method
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, and olive oil. Let them marinate for about 15 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 3
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet, cook the bacon strips over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- 4
Prepare the Sandwich
Slice the tomato and toast the Cuban bread lightly. Spread mayonnaise on both sides of the bread.
- 5
Assemble
Layer the grilled chicken, bacon, lettuce, and tomato on one piece of bread. Top with the second piece of bread.
Chopped Brisket Filling
- 6
- 7
Add Cheese
Once the filling is warm, place provolone cheese slices on top and cover the skillet. Allow the cheese to melt for about 2-3 minutes.
- 8
Assemble the Sandwich
Spread a portion of the brisket filling onto one piece of the toasted Cuban bread. Top with another piece of bread to form a sandwich.