Grilled Spicy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
This Grilled Spicy Chicken Sandwich features juicy, smoky grilled chicken seasoned with bold spices and topped with crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, and a creamy spicy sauce. It’s a flavorful sandwich that’s perfect for weeknight dinners, cookouts, or casual lunches.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- Pickle slices
- Red onion slices (optional)
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon sriracha
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the marinade.
- Coat the chicken thoroughly with the marinade and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
- Grill the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Meanwhile, stir together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, sriracha, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, and paprika to make the spicy sauce.
- Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill.
- Spread the spicy sauce on both halves of each bun.
- Assemble the sandwiches by layering the grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, pickles, and red onion if desired on the buns.
- Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and juicy.
Notes
- Top with pepper jack cheese or crispy bacon for extra flavor.
- Add sliced avocado to balance the heat.
- Use brioche buns for a softer, richer sandwich.
- For a lower-carb option, serve the grilled chicken in lettuce wraps.
- Store leftover chicken in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Assemble sandwiches with fresh toppings before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 540 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 45 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
