Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsGiuseppe's Bar & Grille HendersonCalifornia Chicken Recipe

California Chicken Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

Charbroiled chicken breast mozzarella cheese, arugula, tomato and avocado with Joey D sauce on focaccia bread

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Vegetables

Bread

Method

Marinate Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare Chicken Marinade

    In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Coat the chicken breasts with this marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.

Cook Chicken

  1. 2

    Charbroil Chicken

    Preheat a grill or charbroiler over medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts 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 cooking, place mozzarella cheese slices on top of the chicken to melt.

Prepare Vegetables

  1. 3

    Slice Vegetables

    While the chicken is cooking, slice the tomato and avocado. Set aside.

Make Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sriracha sauce, and lemon juice until well combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Assemble Sandwich

  1. 5

    Build California Chicken Sandwich

    On a slice of focaccia bread, spread a generous amount of the prepared sauce. Top with arugula, grilled chicken with melted mozzarella, slices of tomato, and avocado. Finish with another slice of focaccia on top.

Serve

  1. 6

    Enjoy Your Sandwich

    Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately. Enjoy your California Chicken sandwich!

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