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Sweet & Spicy Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Juicy grilled chicken topped with melted cheese, peaches, bacon, and hot honey on a toasted bun for a bold, balanced sandwich perfect for summer meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories:
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 –2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing)
  • 4 slices provolone cheese
  • ½ red onion, cut into wedges
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 4 slices cooked bacon
  • 2 ripe peaches, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup arugula
  • Hot honey for drizzling

Method
 

  1. Before You Begin
  2. Prepare equipment and ingredients as needed. Cooking times and results may vary depending on your equipment and ingredients.
  3. Pound chicken to about ½-inch thickness and season evenly on both sides with salt, paprika, garlic powder, and pepper.
  4. Preheat grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil grates.
  5. Grill chicken 3–5 minutes per side, flipping once, until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  6. During the final minute of cooking, place cheese on chicken and allow it to melt.
  7. Brush onion wedges lightly with oil and grill 8–10 minutes until softened and lightly charred.
  8. Toast buns cut-side down on grill 30–60 seconds until lightly crisp.
  9. Let chicken rest 3-5 minutes.
  10. Assemble sandwiches with chicken, hot honey, onions, peaches, bacon, and arugula.
  11. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Pound chicken to even thickness for consistent cooking.
  • Cook over moderate heat and use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  • Let chicken rest 3-5 minutes before slicing to retain juices.
  • Add sweet glazes like honey after grilling to prevent burning.
  • Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours and store airtight up to 3 days.
  • Reheat gently until heated through and steaming before serving.