Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Southern

Keyword grilled-chicken-recipes, grilled-chicken-sandwich

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings servings

Calories 186kcal

Pound chicken breasts to an even 1/2 inch thickness using the smooth side of a meat mallet.
In a medium bowl whisk together oil, lemon juice, honey, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, salt, granulated garlic, Italian seasoning and onion powder.
Place chicken into a shallow dish then pour marinade over the top, turing to coat. Cover and chill for 4 hours or overnight.
To Grill on the Stovetop: Drizzle a grill pan with olive oil and heat to medium high heat.
Remove chicken from marinade allowing excess to drip off. Season lightly on both sides with salt and black pepper. Place into grill pan cooking for 4-6 minutes per side or just until juices run clear and an internal temperature of 165°F is reached. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
To Grill on Gas Grill: If using a gas grill, oil grill grates and heat to medium high. Remove chicken from marinade allowing excess to drip off. Season lightly on both sides with salt and black pepper.Place chicken breasts on grill then reduce to medium cooking for 5-6 minutes per side or until no pink remains and juices run clear or an internal temperature of 165°F is reached. Remove from heat and let rest 5 minutes.
Serve on toasted brioche buns or hamburger buns dressed with lettuce, tomato and onion or any of your favorite toppings.

You can also add a slice of your favorite variety of cheese in the final 2 minutes of cooking so it will melt.