When you can make a Caprese Grilled Chicken Sandwich at home that is packed with pesto, creamy mozzarella, sliced tomatoes, and grilled chicken, there is no need to go to Starbucks.
Pesto is one of my favorite flavors, and when it’s combined with creamy mozzarella, sweet, tangy tomatoes, and basil, it’s heaven!
With the addition of chicken for protein and everything sandwiched between slices of focaccia, this Copycat Starbucks Chicken Caprese Sandwich elevates the salad to a whole new level. It’s filling and ideal for lunch or dinner, and it bursts with flavor in every bite. You’ll be making it again and again because it’s so easy to put together, and the whole family will love it.
Make a Grilled Chicken Sandwich for Lunch
Healthy Grilled Chicken Sandwich 🔗
This is a healthy grilled chicken sandwich recipe that has an incredible grilled chicken sandwich marinade that you are going to enjoy.
Prep: 20min
Total: 152min
Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrition Facts: calories 513 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 31 g, Fat 27 g, Saturated Fat 4 g, Cholesterol 78 mg, Sodium 1127 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, servingSize 1 serving
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breast
- 4 kaiser rolls
- 1 red onion
- 1 tomato
- 2 cups spinach
- 4 tbsp avocado mayonaise
- 1 lime
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp fresh cracked pepper
Instruction:
- Prepare the chicken by cutting the breast into 2 pieces cutting it through the width of the chicken. This should yield you 4 pieces that are thinner than a typical chicken breast.
- Create the marinade by adding the olive oil, juice of 1 lime, chopped garlic, salt & pepper and combine it in a bowl. Pour over the chicken in a container with a lid.Marinate the chicken for 2 hours in the fridge.
- Preheat the grill to 450°F for 20 minutes.Grill the chicken and flip it after it has grill marks on one side and has released from the grill grates. Depending on the thickness should be about 7 minutes.Finish grilling until the internal temp hits 162°F and pull it from the grill.Let it rest for 10 minutes as the temp inside the chicken gets to the proper 165°F.
- Build the sandwich with the bottom first then add the chicken breast. Add your tomato and onion and then the crunchy spinach leaves. Add the top with the avocado mayo and you are good to go! Enjoy!
FAQ
Are grilled chicken sandwiches healthy?
A grilled chicken sandwich is healthier than a fried chicken sandwich because grilling uses less oil than deep-frying, which results in fewer calories and fat in the finished product. It is also a good source of protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, and minerals.
Is grilled chicken sandwich good for weight loss?
Weight Loss Because grilled chicken is lean and has much less fat and calories than other meats, eating it frequently can aid in weight loss, particularly when beef or pork, which are higher in fat, are substituted.
Is a grilled chicken sandwich heart healthy?
Not exactly a heart-healthy option, some of the chicken sandwiches had 1000 mg of sodium, or 2/3 of the daily recommended limit, which is more sodium than a cheeseburger with medium fries or a poutine!
Is a chicken sandwich healthy for weight loss?
Other lean protein foods include beans, seafood, tofu, low-fat and non-fat dairy products, eggs, pork tenderloin, and lean cuts of beef. Turkey and chicken sandwiches are great staples if you’re trying to lose weight, but they’re far from the only sources of low-calorie protein and fiber.