Chimichurri Chicken Sandwich

Prep 10 min

Cook 20 min

Ready in 30 min

The chimichurri mayonnaise in this recipe helps keep the chicken tender and juicy. And it doubles as a flavorful sandwich spread, too!

Ingredients

3 tbsp (45 mL) Chimichurri Seasoning Mix
1½ tbsp (22 mL) water
¼ cup (60 mL) oil
¾ cup (175 mL) mayonnaise
½ tsp (2 mL) salt
2 medium chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs./700 g)
1 French baguette (16 oz./450 g)
2 cups (500 mL) loosely packed arugula
2 avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced
4 slices provolone cheese, halved
6 oz. (175 g) roasted red bell peppers, drained (about ½ a jar)

Directions

Whisk together the seasoning mix and water in a large bowl. Let the seasoning sit for 5–10 minutes. Stir in the oil, mayonnaise, and salt. Set aside ½ cup (125 mL) of the sauce. Add the chicken to the bowl with the remaining sauce and toss to coat.
Heat the 12" (30-cm) Cast Iron Grill Pan Skillet with the Grill Press over medium heat for 5 minutes. Cook the chicken, covered with the Grill Press, for 7–10 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is browned and reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken and let it rest for 5–7 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Cut the baguette widthwise into 4 even pieces, then cut each piece in half lengthwise. Grill the bread in batches, cut-side-down, using the Grill Press to weigh it down.
To build a sandwich, spread the reserved chimichurri mayo on the top and bottom pieces of bread. Add a layer of arugula followed by the avocado, chicken, provolone, and roasted red peppers. Top with the other piece of bread. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make a total of 4 sandwiches. Cut in half to serve.

Yield:

8 servings

Nutrients per serving:

U.S. nutrients per serving: Calories 570, Total Fat 36 g, Saturated Fat 8 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 830 mg, Carbohydrate 30 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugars 2 g (includes 0 g added sugar), Protein 29 g

Cook's Tips:

The mayonnaise helps keep the chicken moist, prevents it from sticking to the grill, and helps the seasoning adhere. You can use this technique for indoor or outdoor grilling.