Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Marinated chicken breast grilled to perfection with lettuce and tomato.
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Ingredients
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Marinade
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinade Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are blended.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and ensure they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours for more flavor).
Grilling the Chicken
- 3
Preheat the Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 450°F).
- 4
Grill the Chicken
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them on the hot grill. Grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F and they are golden brown.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 5
Prepare the Buns
While the chicken is grilling, slice the burger buns in half. Optionally, toast them on the grill for a minute until they are lightly browned.
- 6
Slice the Tomato
Wash the tomato and slice it into thin rounds.
- 7
Assemble the Sandwich
Once the chicken is done, place one grilled chicken breast on the bottom half of each bun. Top each with a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and a tablespoon of mayonnaise. Place the top half of the bun on each sandwich.