Garlic Butter Lettuce Tomato and Grilled Chicken Sandwich
A zesty, crispy sandwich with grilled chicken, fresh lettuce, ripe tomatoes, and toasted garlic butter Texas toast. Perfect for lunch or dinner with a balance of texture and flavor.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 650kcal
Ingredients
- 8 slices thick-cut bread (Texas toast)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4-6 lettuce leaves, washed and dried
- 1-2 tomatoes, sliced
- Mayo or cheese slices (optional)
Instructions
- Combine softened butter, garlic, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Let flavors meld.
- Pat chicken breasts dry, season with salt and pepper, then grill or pan-sear in olive oil for 5-7 minutes per side. Let rest, then slice.
- Spread garlic butter on one side of each bread slice. Toast in a pan or oven until golden and crispy.
- Assemble: layer lettuce, grilled chicken, tomatoes, optional mayo/cheese, and top with another toasted bread slice.
Notes
For best results, use room temperature butter for spreading. Add salt to roasted tomatoes for extra flavor. Substitute avocado for mayo if preferred. Freeze assembled sandwiches (uncooked) for up to 3 months.