Description
This Grilled Chicken Sandwich recipe features juicy, seasoned chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with creamy mashed avocado, provolone cheese, crisp lettuce, and red onion on a fresh hamburger bun. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasonings
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Toppings and Assembly
- 1 large avocado (peeled, seeded, mashed)
- 4 slices provolone cheese (or your favorite kind)
- 1/2 of a red onion (thinly sliced, or use pickled red onion)
- 4 leaves leafy green lettuce (washed and patted dry)
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Chicken seasoning: Mix chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt together in a small bowl. Lightly coat the chicken breast halves with olive oil, then sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly on both sides of each chicken breast. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Grill chicken: Heat a clean, greased grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the seasoned chicken breasts on the grill. Cook for about 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) and the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the grill, place it on a plate, and cover loosely to keep warm as it continues to cook slightly from residual heat.
- Prepare burger toppings: In a small bowl, mash the peeled and seeded avocado until smooth. To prevent browning, spritz it lightly with fresh lemon juice. Set aside the thinly sliced red onions and wash and dry the leafy green lettuce leaves.
- Assemble: Place a grilled chicken breast on the bottom half of a hamburger bun. Top the chicken with a slice of provolone cheese, a generous spoonful of the mashed avocado, sliced red onions, and a leaf of lettuce. Cap with the top half of the bun and serve immediately while warm and juicy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken breasts in the seasoning and olive oil for 30 minutes before grilling.
- If you prefer, substitute provolone cheese with cheddar, Swiss, or mozzarella.
- Consider toasting the buns lightly on the grill for added texture and taste.
- Pickled red onions can provide a tangy contrast to the creamy avocado.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked safely to 160°F (71°C).
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American