Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Tomato Salsa

This grilled chicken sandwich is simple to make yet packed with flavour. Juicy chicken breast, a zesty dry rub, and fresh tomato salsa are a perfect combination for any barbecue enthusiast.

A good grilled chicken sandwich doesn’t have to be complicated. Just grab some quality chicken breast, a flavorful dry rub, and a crusty roll. You’re halfway there if you’re lucky enough to have some tomato salsa in the fridge. If not, whip up a quick batch. It’s really worth it.

We butterfly the chicken breast to create a larger surface area, making it a perfect fit for the Italian rolls we’re using. You could also pound the chicken flat with the back of a pan if you prefer. Once prepped, we season the chicken generously with the dry rub. We use a heaping teaspoon per breast. This dry rub combines salty and sharp flavours with white pepper for a bit of heat, cayenne for a kick, and lemon zest for freshness.

Then, you let the chicken breast rest in the fridge while firing up the grill.

First, we toast the Italian rolls until they are golden brown. Then, we flip them and melt cheese on them. Because we’re Dutch, we use some aged cheese, but you can have any cheese you like.

Grill the chicken, flipping occasionally, until it reaches an internal temperature of 70°C (160°F). This is crucial for chicken breast because it ensures the meat is safe to eat while staying juicy and tender. Cooking to temperature, not time, is the secret to perfect barbecue. Pull your food off the grill at just the right moment, and you’re good to go.

Here’s our grilled chicken sandwich, served on a toasted roll with fresh greens and a generous scoop of tomato salsa. Sometimes, keeping it simple is best.

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