Elevate your chicken sandwich game with this flavorful grinder-inspired recipe. Juicy chicken, spicy pepperoni, and fresh salad come together in a harmonious blend that's nothing short of sensational. Perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner, this sandwich is a sure crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
🍞 2 large hoagie rolls or sub buns
🍗 2 chicken breast fillets
🥬 1 cup shredded lettuce
🧅 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
🍅 1 tomato, thinly sliced
🥓 8 slices pepperoni
🫒 1 tablespoon olive oil
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🥄 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
🧂 Salt and pepper to taste
🧀 2 slices provolone cheese
🥒 1/4 cup sliced pickles
🥄 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
1- Prep the Chicken:
- Pat the chicken breast fillets dry and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2- Cook the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the chicken fillets and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes before slicing into strips.
3- Prepare the Salad:
- In a bowl, combine shredded lettuce, onion slices, and a drizzle of lemon juice.
- Toss and set aside.
4- Assemble the Sandwich:
- Slice the hoagie rolls open and spread mayonnaise evenly on each side.
- Layer the sliced chicken on the bottom half of each roll.
- Add two slices of pepperoni and top with a slice of provolone cheese.
- Top with tomato slices, pickle slices, and the prepared salad mixture.
- Sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top for an extra kick.
- Finish with the top half of the hoagie roll.
5- Toast and Serve:
- Place each sandwich in the skillet or use a sandwich press, and heat until the cheese is melted and bread is toasted.
- Serve immediately.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Calories: Approximately 550 per serving
Proteins: 34g
Fats: 26g
Carbohydrates: 48g
Equipment: Skillet, bowl, knife, cutting board, sandwich press (optional)
Cooking Tips:
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for an hour before cooking.
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