Jul 14 2026
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What Came First Recipe

Inspired by The Stubborn Mule
Time45m
Serves2

Grilled Chicken Breast, Smoked Gouda Cheese, Tomato, Over-Medium Egg, Mixed Greens, Bacon, and Herb Mayo on toasted Brioche

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Ingredients

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Chicken

Bacon

Egg

Vegetables

Cheese

Herb Mayo

Bread

Method

Prepare Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate and Grill Chicken

    In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add chicken breasts and coat them well. Let marinate for at least 15 minutes. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through and juices run clear. Remove from heat and let rest.

Cook Bacon

  1. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon strips until crispy, about 4-5 minutes per side. Once cooked, transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Cook Egg

  1. 3

    Fry the Eggs

    In the same skillet, crack the eggs and cook them over medium heat. Fry for about 3-4 minutes until the whites are set but the yolks are still runny (over-medium). Remove from heat.

Prepare Vegetables

  1. 4

    Slice the Tomato

    Wash and slice the tomato into thin rounds.

Prepare Herb Mayo

  1. 5

    Make the Herb Mayo

    In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with fresh herbs of your choice. Stir until well combined.

Assemble Sandwich

  1. 6

    Toast the Brioche

    Toast brioche slices on a skillet or toaster until golden brown.

  2. 7

    Layer the Sandwich

    Spread herb mayo on one side of each toasted brioche slice. Layer grilled chicken, smoked Gouda cheese, tomato slices, mixed greens, bacon, and top with the fried egg. Place another slice of brioche on top to complete the sandwich.

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