Best Grilled Chicken Sandwich

 

INGREDIENTS

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, (about 6-8 oz each)

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt

  • Black pepper, to taste, optional

  • Avocado oil , or other high-heat oil.

Garlic Aioli

  • 1 cup mayonnaise

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, or add siracha to taste for a spicy version

  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Toppings:

  • 4 brioche buns or ciabatta rolls

  • 2 avocados, sliced

  • 1 large tomato, sliced

  • lettuce leaves , or arugula

  • 8 slices crispy bacon

  • ½ red onion, thinly sliced

  • Dill pickles

  • Hot Honey for drizzling

 
 

DIRECTIONS

  1. Make the garlic aioli: add all the ingredients to a small bowl and mix until well combined. Cover and set aside.

  2. Prepare the Chicken: Dry the chicken with paper towels. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Combine the seasonings in a small bowl. Rub the chicken breasts with high-heat oil and season them with seasonings. Make sure to coat both sides evenly.

  3. Grill the Chicken: Place chicken on hot grill and grill chicken for 4-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is cooked. The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breast. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before assembling the sandwich.

  4. Prepare the Brioche Buns: While the chicken is resting, slice the brioche buns and lightly toast them on the grill.

  5. Assemble the Sandwich: Spread a generous amount of garlic aioli on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a grilled chicken breast on each bun.

  6. Layer the Goodness: Add avocado slices on top of the chicken. Place a couple of tomato slices on each sandwich. Add a few lettuce leaves for freshness. Lay two slices of crispy bacon on each sandwich.If you like pickles, add a couple of slices.

  7. Drizzle with Hot Honey: To finish the sandwich, drizzle hot honey over the top. Adjust the amount based on your spice preference.

  8. Top with the Buns: Place the top bun on each sandwich. 

  9. Serve and Enjoy: Serve your ultimate grilled chicken sandwich immediately while the buns are still warm and the flavors are fresh.

 

Courtesy of cucinabyelena.com