Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Provolone, oven roasted tomatoes, caramelized onions, arugula, basil aioli, artisan roll, served with your choice of green salad or cup of tomato basil soup.
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Ingredients
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Grilled Chicken
Oven Roasted Tomatoes
Caramelized Onions
Basil Aioli
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Grilled Chicken
- 1
Season Chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season evenly on both sides with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- 2
Grill Chicken
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Oven Roasted Tomatoes
- 3
Roast Tomatoes
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Toss sliced tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet and roast for 15–20 minutes until softened and lightly caramelized. Set aside.
Caramelized Onions
- 4
Basil Aioli
- 5
Prepare Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped basil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Mix until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use to allow flavors to meld.
Sandwich Assembly
- 6
Toast Rolls
Slice the artisan rolls in half and lightly toast them on a grill or in the oven until warm and slightly crisp.
- 7
Assemble Sandwich
Spread basil aioli generously on both sides of each roll. Layer grilled chicken on the bottom half, top with provolone cheese, roasted tomatoes, caramelized onions, and arugula. Close the sandwich and serve warm.
