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BBQ Chicken Sandwich

Spicy BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Creamy Mango Twist

This BBQ Chicken Sandwich combines smoky chipotle and creamy mango for a flavor explosion.
Prep Time 22 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 560

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lbs Chicken Breasts Pounded to an even thickness
  • 2 tbsp Chipotle Seasoning Adjust for desired spice level
  • 1 cup Sweet Barbecue Sauce Use your favorite brand
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Grilled Pineapple Swap for fresh mango if needed
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Cheddar or pepper jack work as substitutes
  • 1 large Avocado Forms the creamy base for guacamole
  • 1 medium Mango Peaches can substitute or omit
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Fresh juice is best for flavor
  • 2 tbsp Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used instead
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh garlic is a strong alternative
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin Elevates the flavor profile
For the Sandwich
  • 4 pieces Burger/Sandwich Buns Toast to prevent sogginess

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Meat Thermometer
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about ½ inch and set aside.
  2. Mix chipotle seasoning, olive oil, and lime juice to create a marinade.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F, greasing the grates with olive oil.
  5. Grill the marinated chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Add pineapple slices to the grill for the last 3-4 minutes until caramelized.
  7. Assemble the sandwiches with grilled chicken, barbecue sauce, pineapple, mango guacamole, and cheese.
  8. Serve immediately with your choice of sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 560kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 38gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 830mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with additional toppings and enjoy the creativity of creating your BBQ experience.

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