Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Grilling the Chicken
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F or 190°C to 200°C).
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the hot grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 5
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 6
Prepare the Buns
While the chicken is resting, slice the sandwich buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill if desired.
- 7
Assemble the Sandwich
Spread mayonnaise and mustard on the bottom half of each bun. Place a lettuce leaf, a slice of grilled chicken, a slice of cheddar cheese, and tomato slices on top. Finish with the top half of the bun.