Cheesy Grilled Chicken Sandwich (Printable Version)
Grilled chicken with melted cheese, crisp veggies, and zesty sauce on toasted bread for a satisfying comfort meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Bread & Cheese
07 - 4 sandwich rolls or ciabatta buns
08 - 4 slices cheddar cheese
→ Toppings
09 - 4 romaine lettuce leaves
10 - 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
11 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Sauce
12 - 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
13 - 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
14 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create four thinner cutlets. Pat dry with paper towels.
03 - Combine olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in small bowl. Rub mixture evenly over all chicken pieces.
04 - Grill chicken 4–5 minutes per side until fully cooked, reaching internal temperature of 165°F.
05 - Place cheese slice on each chicken piece during final minute. Cover grill or tent with foil for 1 minute until melted.
06 - Toast sandwich rolls on grill or in toaster until lightly golden brown.
07 - Whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice in small bowl until smooth.
08 - Spread sauce on both cut sides of each roll. Layer with lettuce, tomato, cheesy chicken, and red onion. Close sandwiches and serve warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- That perfect crunch when you bite through toasted bread into juicy chicken
- The homemade sauce takes literally 30 seconds but tastes like a secret weapon
02 -
- Dry your chicken thoroughly before seasoning or the spices won't adhere properly
- Let the chicken rest for 2 minutes after grilling so the juices redistribute
03 -
- If you're using a grill pan, don't overcrowd it or the chicken will steam instead of sear
- Butter the cut sides of your buns before toasting for extra flavor