Chicken Sandwich

Chicken Sandwich

Here’s a delicious recipe for a Chicken Sandwich, inspired by the popular Chick-fil-A version.

Chicken Sandwich

Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 2 tablespoons chicken rub or all-purpose BBQ rub
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

The Pimento Cheese

• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 oz jarred pimentos, drained
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 4 oz softened cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

For Assembling the Sandwich

• 2 brioche buns
• 8–10 pickled jalapeños
• 1 cup shredded lettuce
• 2 tablespoons honey

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

• Coat the chicken thighs with olive oil and season them with the chicken rub or BBQ rub.
• Grill the chicken thighs over medium-high heat, flipping occasionally, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (about 6-8 minutes per side).

1. Make the Pimento Cheese:

• In a bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, pimentos, mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.

1. Assemble the Sandwich:

• If desired, toast the brioche buns.
• On the bottom half of each bun, layer shredded lettuce followed by pickled jalapeños.
• Place one grilled chicken thigh on top of the jalapeños.
• Add a generous scoop of pimento cheese over the chicken.
• Drizzle with honey and top with the other half of the bun.

1. Serve:

• Enjoy your homemade honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich!

Tips

• You can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
• For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in pickle juice for about 15 minutes before grilling.
• Adjust the amount of pickled jalapeños based on your spice preference.

This sandwich combines sweet, spicy, and creamy elements for a satisfying meal! Enjoy!