Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Grilled Sweet Tea Brined Chicken Breast, Bacon, Hickory Smoked Gouda Cheese, Heirloom Tomato, Lettuce, Sambal Oelek Mayonnaise served with a lil bit of Fries
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Brine the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the sweet tea with the chicken breasts. Ensure the chicken is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Sambal Oelek Mayonnaise
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and Sambal Oelek until well combined. Set aside.
- 3
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the brine, pat dry, and season with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of Gouda cheese on each chicken breast to melt.
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
Toast the burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes. Spread the Sambal Oelek mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, grilled chicken with melted Gouda, crispy bacon, and slices of heirloom tomato. Top with the other half of the bun.
- 6
Serve
Serve the grilled chicken sandwich with a side of fries.
