California Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Charbroiled chicken breast, mozzarella cheese, arugula, tomato and avocado with our special sauce on focaccia bread.
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Cheese
Vegetables
Bread and Sauce
Method
Prepare the Chicken
- 1
Charbroil the Chicken
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices. Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- 2
Melt the Cheese
During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of mozzarella cheese on top of each chicken breast. Close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
Prepare the Vegetables
Assemble the Sandwich
- 5
Toast the Focaccia
If desired, lightly toast the focaccia bread on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Build the Sandwich
On the bottom piece of focaccia, layer the arugula, followed by the grilled chicken breast with melted mozzarella, tomato slices, and avocado slices. Drizzle with the special sauce. Place the top piece of focaccia on the sandwich.
Serve
- 7
Enjoy
Cut the sandwich in half if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your California Chicken Sandwich!
