Chicken Breast Sandwiches Better Than Deli Style: Try This Recipe!
A delicious and healthier alternative to traditional deli-style chicken breast sandwiches, packed with flavor and easy to make.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling or Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slices whole grain bread
- 1 cup lettuce
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 1/2 avocado, sliced
- Mustard or mayonnaise (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or a skillet over medium heat.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Grill or cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Toast the whole grain bread if desired.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing lettuce, sliced chicken, tomato, and avocado on the bread.
- Add mustard or mayonnaise if using, then top with another slice of bread.
- Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the chicken in your favorite spices for a few hours before cooking.
- This sandwich can be customized with your favorite toppings.
- Leftover chicken can be used in salads or wraps.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg