Spicy Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Spicy Grilled Chicken Avocado Sandwich, a delightful fusion of juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado, and zesty chipotle mayo. This hearty sandwich is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, ready in just 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado, sliced
- 2 slices pepper jack or cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup pickled jalapeños
- 2 brioche buns, toasted
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce (from canned chipotles in adobo)
- ½ tsp lime juice
Instructions
- Prepare chicken by pounding to an even thickness and seasoning with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Grill chicken over medium-high heat for about 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Add cheese slices during the last minute to melt.
- While grilling, mix mayonnaise with adobo sauce and lime juice to create chipotle mayo.
- Toast brioche buns until golden brown.
- Assemble the sandwich by spreading chipotle mayo on both bun sides. Layer with sliced avocado, grilled chicken with melted cheese, pickled jalapeños, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 95mg