Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsJosie's RestaurantZesty Chicken Recipe

Zesty Chicken Recipe

Inspired by Josie's Restaurant
Time1h
Serves2

Chicken breast, topped with banana pepper rings and spicy pepper jack on a toasted bun, lettuce and tomato.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning and Condiments

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breasts and coat evenly. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Wash the lettuce leaves and slice the tomato into thick slices. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Cook the Chicken

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

  2. 4

    Add Cheese and Peppers

    In the last 2 minutes of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each chicken breast and top with banana pepper rings. Cover to melt the cheese.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Toast the Buns

    While the chicken is cooking, slice the hamburger buns in half and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 6

    Assemble the Zesty Chicken Sandwich

    Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a cooked chicken breast on top, followed by lettuce leaves and tomato slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

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