RECIPES

Barbecue Chicken Sandwich

This loaded chicken sandwich tastes as if it came right from a deli. The unique combination of soy-marinated chicken breast, pesto, and Havarti elevates a simple sandwich to a gourmet delight.

Prep Time

15M

Cook Time

15M

Serves

4

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast(s)
  • 1 tsp (5 mL) oregano, dried
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) oil
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) sugar
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) Dijon mustard, coarse grain
  • pepper, dash, freshly ground
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5 mL) soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) pesto
  • 3 tbsp (45 mL) light mayonnaise
  • 3 cups (750 mL) mushrooms, sliced, sautéed
  • 1/2 cup (125 mL) roasted red pepper(s), thinly sliced
  • 4 sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup (250 mL) Havarti cheese, grated
  • 4 Kaiser roll(s)
  • Instructions

    1. 1 In a large bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, sugar, mustard, soy sauce and pepper.
    2. 2 Add chicken breasts; turn to coat. Let stand for 10 minutes or cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
    3. 3 Grill chicken over medium heat, 6-12 minutes or until a thermometer inserted into the chicken reads 165°F (74°C).
    4. 4 Turn half way through cooking.
    5. 5 Remove from heat and loosely tent with foil for 10 minutes.
    6. 6 In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise with pesto; spread over cut sides of buns.
    7. 7 Sandwich chicken, mushrooms, roasted pepper, sun-dried tomatoes and cheese in buns.
    8. 8 Place on greased grill over medium heat.
    9. 9 Grill, turning once and pressing sandwich with spatula until cheese is melted and buns are golden, about 5 minutes.