Grilled Spicy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
A juicy grilled spicy chicken sandwich made with boldly seasoned chicken, crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and creamy spicy mayo on a toasted bun. It delivers a perfect balance of smoky heat and fresh toppings for a satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved to make 4 portions
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 sandwich buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 tomato slices
- 12 pickle slices
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp hot sauce
Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to help them cook evenly.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken evenly with the spice mixture and let it marinate for 10–15 minutes.
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the chicken for about 5–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and slightly charred.
- Lightly toast the sandwich buns on the grill while the chicken finishes cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and hot sauce to create a spicy mayo.
- Spread the spicy mayo on the bottom half of each bun.
- Place the grilled chicken on the bun and top with lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles.
- Close the sandwich with the top bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Reduce the cayenne pepper and hot sauce for a milder version.
- Add pepper jack or cheddar cheese on the chicken while it is hot for a melted cheese variation.
- Drizzle honey over the grilled chicken for a sweet and spicy twist.
- Boneless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts for a juicier result.
- Store leftover chicken separately from buns and toppings for best freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 460 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
