Valentina Ablaev
This grilled chicken sandwich recipe makes the best homemade chicken sandwich! The sandwich is the perfect meal when you crave fast food but want something homemade. The process is easy and makes an ideal, healthy chicken sandwich that tops all your restaurant favorites.
Though we love a crispy chicken sandwich made from scratch, sometimes you want something healthier but just as delicious. This grilled chicken sandwich consists of a tender chicken breast, topped with all your favorite toppings, between bread buns. The best part is that this sandwich is a healthy, protein-packed meal!
Why Make this Grilled Chicken Sandwich
We can all agree that although it takes some effort, homemade is always better, and this sandwich is no exception! This sandwich is so much healthier, and not to mention cheaper! This sandwich requires no frying, so the cooking process is mess-free!
Sandwiches make the perfect summer meal! You can’t go wrong with a classic chicken sandwich or a homemade cheeseburger for a warm, sunny day!
Ingredients for Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Chicken marinade – our easy-grilled chicken marinade infuses the chicken with the best flavor.
- Chicken breast – whole skinless chicken breasts make a juicy and flavorful protein for this sandwich.
Substitute: Swap the chicken breast for chicken thighs for an equally delicious sandwich. - Hamburger bun – we love sesame buns for this recipe, but brioche and artisan buns are also delicious. You can toast the buns or leave them as is.
- Sauces – the classic mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard combo is a must, but we recommend going the extra mile and making homemade chick-fil-a sauce!
- Toppings – choose your favorite toppings; we love red onions, tomatoes, and dill pickles.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of ingredients and quantities.
How to Make a Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Marinate chicken. Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
- Grill. Preheat the grill and grill chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on both sides.
- Prep. While the chicken is cooking, slice the vegetables.
- Assemble. Take your sandwich buns and add your favorite sauces. Top with a chicken cutlet and cheese. Finish with your favorite toppings, serve, and enjoy!
Expert Tips:
- Don’t overcook the chicken. The key to a delicious and juicy chicken cutlet is not overcooking the chicken.
- Use lots of toppings. A stack of colorful vegetables is what makes every sandwich delicious. Don’t be afraid of experimenting with a mix of toppings!
More Delicious Toppings
Here are some of our other favorite toppings:
- Caramelized onions
- Sauteed mushrooms
- Jalapenos
- Crisp lettuce
- Avocado
- Crispy bacon
Serving Suggestions
- Fries: A healthy chicken sandwich calls for healthy fries! Our oven-baked french fries make the perfect low-calorie side!
- Truffle fries: Make a batch of homemade truffle fries and serve with a homemade garlic aioli mayo.
- Salad: This sandwich tastes incredible when served with a delicious summer salad like our creamy avocado egg salad.
- Soup: A chicken noodle soup tastes incredible as a side for this sandwich!
FAQ’s
Use an instant-read thermometer to check the thickest part of the chicken breast. Once it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F, the chicken is cooked.
No, the cheese is optional.
You can use american cheese, cheddar cheese, pepper jack, provolone, colby jack, or any of your favorite sliced cheeses!
Store & Reheat
- Storage. Store leftover chicken cutlets in the fridge in an airtight container for 3 days for peak freshness.
- Reheat. Warm up leftover chicken on a pan and assemble fresh sandwiches.
- Freeze. Cooked chicken patties can be frozen and stored for up to 3 months! Add the cooked chicken to a freezer-safe container and store in the freezer. Reheat: Thaw the frozen chicken in the fridge overnight and reheat in a pan until warm.
More Recipes
If you enjoyed this chicken sandwich recipe, be sure to try our other easy sandwich recipes; here are some of our favorites:
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Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
chicken marinade-
- 2 Tbsp oil
- 3/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp italian seasoning
- 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 lb chicken breast
- 4 sandwich buns
condiments
- 4 slices of American cheese
- 1/4 red onion sliced
- 4-6 tomato slices
- 1 pickle sliced
Instructions
- To a bowl add all of the ingredients for the chicken marinade. Add the chicken into the marinade and store in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, up to overnight.
- When you are ready to cook, remove the chicken from the fridge and allow it to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- Heat the grill to 400°F and place the chicken on the grill.
- Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes on both sides or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and rest for 5 minutes.
- While the chicken cooks, prepare the toppings.
- To your buns, add your favorite condiments. We love to add mayo, ketchup, and mustard.
- Add the chicken cutlet to the bun and top with cheese and any of your other favorite toppings.
- Serve, and enjoy friends!
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the chicken. The secret to a tasty and juicy chicken cutlet is ensuring it doesn’t get overcooked.
- Pile on the toppings. A variety of vibrant vegetables can elevate any sandwich. Feel free to get creative with your toppings! Consider adding caramelized onions or sautéed mushrooms for a fantastic flavor combination.
- Storage. Keep leftover chicken cutlets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days to maintain freshness.
- Reheat. To enjoy leftover chicken, warm it up in a pan and then assemble it into fresh sandwiches. Freezing. Cooked chicken patties can be frozen and stored for up to 3 months. Place the cooked chicken in a freezer-safe container and store it in the freezer. To reheat, thaw the chicken in the refrigerator overnight and warm it in a pan until heated.
