Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich Recipe
grilled chicken + fresh mozzarella + heirloom tomatoes + basil aioli
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Sandwich Assembly
Basil Aioli
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Rub the mixture all over the chicken breasts.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes.
Basil Aioli Preparation
- 3
Make the Aioli
In a food processor, combine mayonnaise, fresh basil leaves, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Blend until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Sandwich Assembly
- 4
Slice the Ingredients
While the chicken is resting, slice the fresh mozzarella and heirloom tomatoes into even slices.
- 5
Assemble the Sandwich
Cut the ciabatta rolls in half. Spread a generous amount of basil aioli on each side. Layer the grilled chicken, slices of fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomatoes, and fresh basil leaves on the bottom half of the rolls. Top with the other half of the rolls.
- 6
Serve
Serve the sandwiches immediately while warm, with extra basil aioli on the side if desired.
