Blackened Chicken Sandwich Recipe
chicken breast grilled and blackened with our cajun spices, topped with provolone, pesto cream cheese and caramelized sautéed onions
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Toppings
Assembly
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Season the Chicken
Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, Cajun spice blend, salt, and black pepper. Ensure they are evenly coated.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest.
Onion Preparation
- 3
Pesto Cream Cheese Preparation
- 4
Mix Cream Cheese and Pesto
In a bowl, combine the cream cheese and pesto. Mix until smooth and well blended.
Sandwich Assembly
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
Slice the burger buns in half. Spread the pesto cream cheese on the bottom half of each bun. Place a layer of lettuce and sliced tomato on top, followed by the grilled blackened chicken. Top with provolone cheese and a generous portion of caramelized onions. Finish with the top half of the bun.
