Chicken Breast Recipe
Smoked mozzarella, lettuce, tomato, red onion, and garlic aioli. Served on brioche bun.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Toppings
Garlic Aioli
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill or in the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 3
Melt the Cheese
During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of smoked mozzarella on each chicken breast and cover the grill or skillet to allow the cheese to melt.
Garlic Aioli Preparation
- 4
Make the Aioli
In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic cloves, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Assembly
- 5
Prepare the Buns
Slice the brioche buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
Spread a generous amount of garlic aioli on the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun. Add lettuce leaves, followed by the cooked chicken breast topped with melted smoked mozzarella. Add sliced tomato and thinly sliced red onion on top. Finish with the top half of the brioche bun.