Description
This recipe focuses on quality basics to create a sandwich that is greater than the sum of its parts. Fresh ingredients will make all the difference in the final taste and texture.
Ingredients
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- 4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 Slices of Bacon
- 4 Sandwich Buns
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- To taste Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 4 Slices of Cheddar or Swiss Cheese (optional)
- A few Fresh Lettuce Leaves
- 1 Ripe Tomato (sliced)
- 1/4 cup Mayonnaise
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon to Crispy Perfection: Place a large skillet over medium heat. Arrange the bacon slices in a single layer and cook, turning occasionally, until they reach your desired level of crispiness. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- Season and Grill the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and rub them with olive oil. In a small bowl, mix together the salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and sprinkle the seasoning evenly over the chicken. Cook the chicken on a preheated grill or skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C). If adding cheese, place a slice on each chicken breast during the final minute of cooking.
- Assemble Your Bacon Chicken Sandwich: Toast the sandwich buns on the grill or in the skillet. Spread a generous layer of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a warm, cheesy grilled chicken breast on top, followed by two slices of crispy bacon. Finish with fresh lettuce and a slice of ripe tomato.
- Serve and Enjoy: Top with the remaining half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Baking Bacon: For perfectly flat, evenly cooked bacon with minimal mess, try baking it! Arrange the slices on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Don’t Overcook the Chicken: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) without drying it out.
- Toast Your Buns: Toasting the buns adds a delicious crunch and prevents them from getting soggy from the mayonnaise and tomato.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Sandwich
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650 kcal
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 50g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
