Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe is the perfect lunch or dinner meal. Heat up the grill and make juicy Grilled Chicken Sandwiches. This is our favorite Summer time meal.

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This is the The Best Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe. The chicken is grilled perfectly and comes out juicy and flavorful every time. If you are looking for an easy, grilled chicken sandwich this is the one.

Make this Easy Grilled Chicken Recipe for an simple meal idea. You may also love this Chick-fil-a Grilled Chicken Sandwich, Grilled Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich or Grilled Chicken Wrap. If you love classic sandwiches, check out this Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich Recipe or Italian Steak Sandwich.

Why This Recipe Works

Marinated chicken breasts is the key to getting the chicken tender and juicy. The marinade is easy to make with pantry ingredients. After grilling the chicken, it is then topped with tomato, lettuce, and onions.

We love to make this grilled chicken breast sandwich for lunch or dinner. It is a family favorite and a great meal to prepare when you are feeding a crowd. It taste amazing and served with your favorite grilled side dishes including sweet potato fries.

Ingredients

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Variations Ideas

  • Toppings – There are many toppings for this chicken sandwich. Add bacon slices, tomato slices, Dijon Mustard, BBQ Sauce, cheddar cheese, and provolone cheese.
  • Buns – Feel free to use different types of buns. We love to serve with brioche buns or hamburger buns.
  • Chicken – Make this chicken sandwich with chicken breasts or boneless chicken thighs. This sandwich would even be delicious made with fried chicken.

How to Make Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Marinated chicken in a bowl

Step 1 – Marinate Chicken – Combine all the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl. Add in the skinless chicken breasts, toss well to coat the chicken. Marinade the chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.

Grilled chicken on a white plate

Step 2 – Grill Chicken – Add chicken directly on the grill grates and grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F over medium high heat. Move the chicken to a separate plate to rest.

Spreading mayonnaise on hamburger buns

Step 3 – Make your Sandwich – Then it’s time to assemble the sandwiches. Spread your dressing of choice on one side of the toasted buns.

Topping the buns with lettuce, onion, tomato, and chicken on a bun

Step 4 – Then top it with lettuce, mayo, tomatoes and the red onion. Top with chicken and then sandwich is ready to serve.

Recipe Tips

  • Pounding the Meat – When we grill chicken, we like to make sure that each chicken breast is the same size and thickness. This ensure that that the chicken gets done at the same time. Use a meat mallet to pound the chicken thin.
  • Marinate Chicken – To make sure that your chicken is not bland, marinate your chicken for at least 30 minutes. You can even marinate it overnight. Marinating your chicken adds so much flavor.
  • Bake Chicken – If you do not want to grill your chicken, you can bake it. Use your broiler for the last 5 minutes to get that crispy topping.

How do I keep the Grilled Chicken Moist?

When you are preparing your chicken to put in the marinade, pierce the chicken with a fork. Piercing the chicken with a fork all over helps the marinade to seep in. This allows the chicken to be juicy and full of flavor.

We recommend marinating the chicken for at last 30 minutes or overnight.

Serving Suggestions

There are many different sides that you can serve along your Grilled Chicken Sandwich. These are some of our favorite:

  • Grilled AsparagusGrilled Asparagus is a great option. When we are grilling out, we love to try and grill out our sides for easy cleanup.
  • Grilled French FriesGrilled Chicken Sandwich and French Fries is the perfect combination. Add a side of ranch and your meal is complete.
  • Corn on the Cob – We love to grill corn on the cob. It come out so juicy and our favorite part is the smoky flavor the grill gives it,

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you keep Chicken from Sticking to the Grill?

When you are preparing to grill, rub the grill grates with olive oil. Seasoning the chicken also helps the chicken to not stick to the grill.
Make sure your grill stays at a temperature of 425 degrees. If the grill gets to hot then the chicken will stick. Grill each side of the chicken breast for about 4 minutes.

How do I know when Chicken is done?

To ensure that you chicken is done it’s best to use an internal read meat thermometer. This kitchen utensil make sure that the chicken has reached a safe internal temperature.
When you are finish cooking your chicken, it best to use a meat thermometer. Slice your chicken to check for doneness will release the juices to early. Which may cause your chicken to be dry.

How to Store Leftovers

You can store the leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. It’s best to store the chicken separately instead of storing the assembled sandwiches.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich makes the perfect lunch the next day. Store the chicken breast in individual container. Place your condiments and your bun in a zip lock bag. It makes easy to heat up and saves time and money.

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Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe

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Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe is the perfect lunch or dinner meal. Heat up the grill this summer and make juicy Grilled Chicken Sandwiches.
Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Let Rest 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 4
Cuisine American
Course Main Course
Calories 355

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

For the Sandwiches:

  • Buns
  • Lettuce
  • Tomatoes
  • Red Onions
  • Dressing of Choice mayonnaise, mustard or honey mustard
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Instructions

  • Combine all the marinade ingredients together in a small bowl. Add in the chicken, toss well to coat the chicken. Marinade the chicken for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
  • Preheat the grill over medium high heat (400 degrees F) and rub the grill grates with oil so that the chicken does not stick.
  • Place the chicken directly on the grill grates and grill the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
  • Move the chicken to a separate plate to rest for at least 5 minutes.
  • Then it’s time to assemble the sandwiches. Spread your dressing of choice on one side of the hamburger buns. Then top it with lettuce, tomatoes and the red onion. Top with chicken and then sandwich is ready to serve.

Recipe Notes

It’s best to use an internal read meat thermometer to make sure that the chicken has reached a safe internal temperature.
You can store the leftover chicken in an air tight container in the refrigerator for up to 5-7 days. It’s best to store the chicken separately instead of storing the assembled sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 355kcal, Carbohydrates 1g, Protein 48g, Fat 16g, Saturated Fat 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat 7g, Monounsaturated Fat 4g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 145mg, Sodium 845mg, Potassium 866mg, Fiber 1g, Sugar 1g, Vitamin A 79IU, Vitamin C 3mg, Calcium 23mg, Iron 1mg

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