Garlic Butter Lettuce, Tomato & Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Juicy grilled chicken, crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and garlic-infused butter come together in this fresh and flavorful sandwich. Perfect for a quick lunch or satisfying dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts: 2 medium (about 1 lb)
- Roma Tomatoes: 2 large, sliced thin
- Romaine Lettuce Leaves: 4–6 leaves
- Garlic Cloves: 4 cloves, minced
- Unsalted Butter: 4 tablespoons
- Olive Oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: ½ teaspoon
- Bread Slices: 4 thick-cut sourdough or ciabatta
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Heat grill pan or outdoor grill over medium-high heat.
- Combine Ingredients: Mix garlic, melted butter, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Brush chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble the Dish: Grill chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked. Rest, then slice. Toast bread and brush with garlic butter.
- Cook to Perfection: Let garlic butter sizzle slightly on hot bread.
- Finishing Touches: Layer lettuce, tomato, and sliced chicken. Add extra garlic butter if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Slice in half and serve warm.
Notes
- Use thick-cut bread to hold fillings well.
- Let chicken rest after grilling to retain juices.
- Layer lettuce beneath tomato to prevent sogginess.
- Make garlic butter ahead and store for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 110mg