Blackened Chicken Sandwich
This Blackened Chicken Sandwich is a bold and flavorful dinner that comes together fast, making it perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken with smoky blackened seasoning is layered on a bun for a restaurant-style sandwich at home.
Servings: 4
Calories: 782kcal
Ingredients
Blackened Chicken Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts boneless and skinless halved horizontally for 4 cutlets
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ tsp pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Sandwich Ingredients:
- Blackened chicken from above
- 8 slices Texas toast
- 8 slices fully cooked bacon
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 1 large tomato
- Romaine or iceberg lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub the seasoning evenly on both sides of each chicken cutlet.
- Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through. Cook in batches if needed. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice the chicken.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Adjust to taste.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and add butter. Add Texas toast slices and cook until golden brown on both sides. Set aside.
- On one slice of toasted bread, layer sliced blackened chicken, Swiss cheese, and bacon. Add sliced tomato and lettuce. Spread lemon mayo on the second slice of toast, then place it on top of the sandwich.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Pound the chicken to an even thickness so it cooks quickly and evenly.
- Adjust the cayenne to make the sandwich mild, medium, or spicy.
- Toast the buns for the best texture and flavor.
- Add pepper jack cheese or avocado for a fun variation.
- Serve with fries, coleslaw, or pasta salad for an easy meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 782kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 805mg | Potassium: 451mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 491IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 13mg