Garlic Butter Lettuce, Tomato & Grilled Chicken Sandwich
A satisfying sandwich made with garlic butter, grilled chicken, fresh lettuce, tomato, and toasted bread. Perfect for any occasion!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling, Toasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
8 slices thick-cut bread (Texas toast, sourdough, or your favorite hearty bread)
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
2–3 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (or a blend of parsley, oregano, and basil)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Olive oil, for brushing
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1–2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
Green leaf lettuce or Romaine leaves
Mayonnaise, for spreading
Optional: Slices of cheddar, provolone, or Swiss cheese; sliced avocado
Instructions
- Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Pat the chicken breasts dry and brush with olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Grill for 5–6 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly.
- Combine softened butter, minced garlic, dried Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Stir well until the butter is aromatic.
- Spread a generous layer of garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread. Heat a skillet over medium heat and toast the bread slices, buttered side down, for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Wash and dry lettuce leaves. Slice tomatoes and season with salt and pepper. Prepare optional cheese or avocado.
- Spread mayonnaise on the untoasted side of each bread slice. Layer lettuce, tomato, and grilled chicken slices. Add optional cheese or avocado. Top with another slice of bread, toasted side out. Press gently and slice in half.
Notes
- Best served immediately for crispy bread.
- Store leftovers separately (chicken in an airtight container for 3 days, garlic butter for 5 days).
- Use gluten-free bread for a gluten-free option.
- Substitute mayonnaise with pesto, hummus, or Greek yogurt for different flavors.
- Add extra red pepper flakes or pepper jack cheese for more spice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
