These grilled chicken sandwiches are made with marinated chicken breasts grilled until tender and juicy, then topped with a quick homemade honey mustard sauce and fresh toppings. Packed with flavor and texture, they’re one of those easy dinner recipes that feel fresh, satisfying, and perfect for any night of the week.
The flavorful marinade helps keep the chicken tender while adding plenty of savory flavor to every bite. Combined with the creamy honey mustard sauce, the grilled chicken creates a sandwich that’s simple but incredibly delicious.
These sandwiches are also easy to customize with toppings like crisp bacon, cheese, lettuce, and tomato. Whether kept simple or fully loaded, the combination of juicy grilled chicken and fresh toppings always works well together.
For the best results, pound the chicken to an even ½-inch thickness so it cooks evenly and stays tender. The chicken can be marinated for as little as 30 minutes or up to 4 hours for even more flavor.
The chicken should be cooked just until it reaches 165°F to keep it juicy and flavorful. If using the oven instead of the grill, the chicken can also be broiled for 5 to 7 minutes per side with the rack positioned a few inches below the broiler.
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
These grilled chicken sandwiches are made with marinated chicken breasts grilled until tender and juicy, then topped with a quick homemade honey mustard sauce and fresh toppings. Packed with flavor and texture, they’re one of those easy dinner recipes that feel fresh, satisfying, and perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts about 4 small breasts
- 4 hamburger buns or brioche rolls
- ¼ cup honey mustard sauce * or mayonnaise
- toppings as desired see notes
Marinade:
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Notes
- If the chicken breasts are large, you can slice them in half to create 4 portions.
- Avoid overcooking the chicken. Since the breasts are pounded thin, they cook quickly and usually only need about 10–12 minutes.
- Boneless skinless chicken thighs can be used instead of chicken breasts if preferred.
- For a simple homemade honey mustard sauce, mix together mayonnaise, yellow mustard, honey, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Optional toppings include lettuce, tomatoes, sliced red onion, and pickles.
- Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
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