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The “So Canadian” Chicken Sandwich

This prizewinning sandwich uses grilled chicken and a homemade barbeque sauce to create maximum flavour. Maple syrup adds a delicate sweetness that makes this savoury sandwich taste out of this world. By Mitchell Horne (age 9), Dovercourt Boys and Girls Club, Toronto, ON Grand-prize winner of our 2006 Canada Day Chicken Challenge contest.

Prep Time

PT10M

Cook Time

PT25M

Serves

4

Ingredients

The “So Canadian" Chicken Sandwich:
  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast(s), 4-5 oz each
  • 4 slices old cheddar cheese
  • 4 Kaiser roll(s), halved
  • lettuce, leaves
Maple BBQ Sauce:
  • 3 cloves garlic, finely-chopped
  • 1 onion(s), finely-chopped
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) canola oil
  • 1 1/2 cup (375 mL) ketchup
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) sherry vinegar
  • 2 tbsp (30 mL) lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 mL) Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp (15 mL) Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 salt, pinch
  • 1 pepper, pinch

Instructions

  1. The “So Canadian" Chicken Sandwich
    1. 1 In a saucepan over medium heat cook garlic and onion in 1 Tbsp (15 mL) of hot oil until tender, stirring occasionally.
    2. 2 Add ketchup, maple syrup, vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Season with salt and pepper; bring to a boil.
    3. 3 Reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes. Add some water if sauce is too thick, or cook longer if sauce is too thin.
    4. 4 Grill each breast 6-8 minutes over medium heat or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Apply BBQ sauce after grilling is complete.
    5. 5 Cut buns in half, garnish with lettuce on bottom half and cheese slice on top half. Add more BBQ sauce to chicken if desired.
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