The Best Grilled Chicken Sandwich

This Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe is truly the best ever! With a delicious marinade, brioche buns, tomato slices, red onion, lettuce, and mayo, you'll make these delicious sandwiches again and again.

Recipe Inspiration

As we enter grilling season, I'm so ready for all meals outdoors! One of the best summer foods is a grilled chicken sandwich, so I decided to add my version to the blog.

I love that the juicy grilled chicken breast is really the star of the show. Don't skip the marinade! It makes all the difference.

I love serving these with a dill pickle and potato chips. Even better - serve this platter style and let everyone assemble their own sandwiches with their favorite toppings. That way, everyone can have a delicious sandwich with their own favorite ingredients.

If you're looking for more summertime recipes, check out our Summer Panzanella Salad, Grilled Garlic Rack of Lamb, and Cilantro and Parsley Salsa.

Why You'll Love this Recipe

Here's why you'll love this yummy grilled chicken sandwich recipe.

Delicious - This chicken sandwich is SO delicious! This is a no fuss dinner that's great for the whole family. I also love these for a quick dinner while I'm entertaining!

Approachable - This recipe is approachable and is easy to make. Marinate, grill, assemble, and eat!

Fast - Besides marinate time - which can even be done the morning of - these chicken sandwiches come together super quickly.

Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients you will need for these grilled chicken sandwiches:

• Chicken breasts - You'll want boneless and skinless chicken breasts. You could also use chicken thighs if you prefer them!
• Olive oil - Use regular, not extra virgin olive oil in this recipe
• Dijon Mustard
• Apple Cider Vinegar - You can substitute lemon juice or lime juice in place of the apple cider vinegar
• Honey - Brown Sugar is a great substitute!
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder
• Salt
• Black Pepper
• Brioche Buns - You can also use any type for hamburger buns
• Mayonnaise
• Tomato - I used a Roma tomato
• Lettuce - I used leafy greens that I had on hand, but you can use iceberg lettuce or butter lettuce as well!
• Red Onions

Directions

Let's make this best chicken sandwich together!

Step 1

Pound chicken breasts to ½ in thickness.

Step 2

Combine chicken, olive oil, dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well and cover. Cover with foil and marinate for 1 hour.

You can also put chicken in the marinade in the morning and let it marinate for up to 8 hours! This is a great way to make dinner super fast.

Step 3

Heat grill to medium heat. Oil the grates and place chicken on the grill. Grill chicken for 5 minutes per side. Remove chicken pieces from the grill and set aside on a plate.

A note - you want to make sure the internal temperature of the each piece of chicken is 165F!

Step 4

Spray buns with cooking spray. Toast buns on the grill for 30 seconds.

Step 5

Assemble sandwich by spreading mayo on the top and bottom of the bun. Layer lettuce, chicken, tomato, and red onion and top with the top bun. Serve and enjoy!

Expert Tips and Tricks

Here are some expert tips and tricks for this easy recipe.

Marinate in Advance - Make the marinade in the morning and refrigerate the chicken all day. This will make dinner time even easier!

Complete the Meal - Serve this with a simple pasta salad on the side for a complete meal.

Oil the Grill - Remember to oil your gas grill to prevent sticking. Nobody wants a mess on the grill!

Kitchen Equipment

Here is some kitchen equipment you will need for this recipe. You can find all of these products on Amazon.

Grill - We have this grill and smoker combo and we love it! My husband loves to grill and he is so happy with it! 

Grill Tool Kit - If you're grilling, you need all the appropriate accessories! This kit comes with a brush, tongs, and spatula that you can use exclusively for your grill.  

Grill Cart - We use a small kitchen cart like this one to store all of our grilling tools. It's a great way to keep everything organized!

Recipe Substitutions/Variations

Here are some common recipe substitutions and variations for this easy recipe.

Add on the toppings - You can use any of your favorite toppings for this sandwich! A few other ideas are red peppers, hot sauce, honey mustard sauce, and chipotle mayo.

Make it Spicy - Make the chicken spicy by adding a few teaspoons of cayenne pepper to the marinate. It'll add a good kick to the chicken.

Broil - If you don't have a grill, no worries, you can still make this recipe! Just broil the chicken in the oven for the same blackened, grill taste. Broil on the top rack for 5 minutes per side until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165F. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Recipe Storage and Reheating

Here are storage and reheating instructions for this recipe.

Refrigerator Storage: Store in an airtight continuer and eat leftovers within 4-5 days.

Freezer Storage: Freeze in a freezer-safe, airtight container and keep for up to 3 months. When you're ready to use, thaw in the refrigerator and reheat as instructed below.

Reheating Instructions: The best way to reheat this recipe is to heat in a skillet with a little olive oil over low heat until the chicken is warm.

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