Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Marinated chicken breast with lettuce, tomato, and mayo.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinating Chicken
- 1
- 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 Chicken
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Rest the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 6
Prepare the Bread
Toast the slices of whole grain sandwich bread until golden brown, if desired.
- 7
Slice the Tomato
While the chicken is resting, slice the tomato into thin rounds.
- 8
Assemble the Sandwich
On the bottom slice of toasted bread, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise. Layer with lettuce, sliced grilled chicken, tomato slices, and cheese (if using). Top with the second slice of bread.
- 9
Serve
Cut the sandwich in half and serve immediately with your favorite side.