Description
Juicy grilled chicken meets garlicky butter, crisp lettuce, and ripe tomato for a sandwich that’s bursting with flavor and perfect any day of the week.
Ingredients
- Boneless Chicken Breasts: 2 medium, pounded to even thickness
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced (for maximum aroma and infusion into butter)
- Unsalted Butter: 4 tablespoons (for a rich, garlicky spread)
- Romaine Lettuce: 4 large leaves (adds crisp freshness)
- Tomato: 1 large, sliced (juicy and sweet contrast)
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons (for grilling chicken)
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (to enhance flavor)
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon (for a mild kick)
- Brioche Buns: 4 (soft and slightly sweet base)
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix minced garlic into softened butter until well blended.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Lightly oil the grill grates or pan to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Dish: Season chicken with salt and pepper, brush with olive oil.
- Cook to Perfection: Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Finishing Touches: Toast buns, spread garlic butter on each side, layer with lettuce, tomato, and grilled chicken.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve warm with your favorite side or chips.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Add avocado slices or a fried egg for extra richness.
- Marinate chicken in lemon juice and herbs for 30 minutes for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: chicken sandwich, garlic butter sandwich, grilled sandwich, lettuce tomato sandwich, easy lunch recipe