Description
A delightful chicken pineapple sandwich that combines savory grilled chicken with sweet caramelized pineapple, crisp lettuce, and creamy mayonnaise on whole grain bread.
Ingredients
- Grilled chicken breast: 2 pieces (about 200-250 g each)
- Fresh pineapple slices: 4 slices
- Lettuce: 4 leaves (preferably romaine or butter lettuce)
- Mayonnaise: 4 tablespoons
- Whole grain bread: 4 slices
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon (for grilling)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium heat.
- Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken and let it rest.
- Grill the pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes on each side.
- Spread mayonnaise on two slices of toasted whole grain bread.
- Layer the grilled chicken, caramelized pineapple, and lettuce on one slice of bread.
- Top with the other slice of bread and press down gently.
- Slice the sandwich in half and serve on a plate.
Notes
- For a spicy kick, add jalapeños or sriracha.
- For a cheesy version, add provolone or pepper jack cheese.
- Use fresh herbs like cilantro for added flavor.
- For a vegan option, substitute chicken with grilled tofu or tempeh.
- Experiment with different types of bread for variety.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: chicken sandwich, pineapple sandwich, tropical sandwich, grilled chicken, summer recipe