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    Home » Recipes » Sandwiches & Wraps

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Olive Aioli

    Published by Rodney on February 22, 2023 - Jump to Recipe - 1 Comment

    The Olive Aioli is what makes this Grilled Chicken Sandwich one of the best chicken sandwiches you will ever have. Trust me on this one.
    grilled chicken sandwich olive aioli

    What really makes this Grilled Chicken Sandwich recipe over the top is the Olive Aioli which is made with some of my Greek Olive Tapenade.

    olive aioli on ciabatta bun
    Olive Aioli on Ciabatta Roll

    I strongly recommend you make the olive tapenade before making the sandwiches. Obviously, you don't have to but it will make it quicker and easier when you assemble the sandwiches.

    arugula and cheese on chicken

    Many of the ingredients for this grilled chicken sandwich can be substituted for other ingredients according to your preference.

    As an example, you can substitute the provolone cheese with some slices of fontina or mozzarella, or substitute the baby arugula for some lettuce.

    grilled chicken sandwich olive aioli

    If you are pressed for time you can also use some pre-cooked frozen chicken breasts instead of having to cook the chicken for these sandwiches. Just make sure you take the necessary precautions.

    🐓 How to Handle Raw Chicken

    Leave the chicken in the fridge until ready to use.
    Be careful of dripping juices. Clean up immediately.
    Do not wash raw chicken (which prevents cross-contamination).
    Wash all utensils and cutting boards (if applicable).
    If marinating the chicken, make sure you toss the juices before you cook. Don't ever use the juice from the marinade.
    Wash your hands after handling raw chicken.

    grilled chicken sandwich olive aioli

    For more great recipes with Provolone Cheese, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • BBQ Chicken Stromboli
      BBQ Chicken Stromboli
    • Club House Sandwich with Basil Aioli
      Club House Sandwich with Basil Aioli
    • philly cheese steak casserole
      Philly Cheese Steak Casserole
    • instant pot cheesesteak sandwiches
      Instant Pot Cheesesteak Sandwiches

    📋 Gather your Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Grilled Chicken Sandwich recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Chicken Breasts, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Salt, Ground Black Pepper, Greek Olive Tapenade, Mayonnaise, Fresh Lemon Juice, Ciabatta Rolls, Provolone Cheese and Baby Arugula.

    🥣 How to make Grilled Chicken Sandwich

    Coat the chicken with olive oil, salt and pepper. In a skillet or a grill cook the chicken for approximately 12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
    In a small bowl, combine the olive tapenade with the mayonnaise and lemon juice to create the olive aioli.
    Spread the aioli mixture on the top and bottom cut surfaces of the ciabatta rolls.
    Add the grilled chicken and top with a slice of cheese and some arugula.

    📖 Recipe

    grilled chicken sandwich

    Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Olive Aioli

    The Olive Aioli is what makes this Grilled Chicken Sandwich one of the best chicken sandwiches you will ever have. Trust me on this one.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep TimePrep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook TimeCook Time 12 minutes mins
    Total TimeTotal Time 17 minutes mins
    Course Sandwiches & Wraps
    Cuisine American
    Author Rodney
    Servings 4 sandwiches
    Calories 565 kcal

    Equipment

    • Skillet
    • BBQ / Grill

    Ingredients
     

    • 4 Chicken Breasts
    • 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Salt
    • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • ¼ Cup Greek Olive Tapenade
    • 2 tablespoon Mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
    • 4 Ciabatta Rolls, sliced
    • 4 slices Provolone Cheese
    • 1 Cup Baby Arugula

    Instructions
     

    • Coat the chicken with olive oil, salt and pepper. In a skillet or a grill cook the chicken for approximately 12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
      4 Chicken Breasts, 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 tablespoon Salt, 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
    • In a small bowl, combine the olive tapenade with the mayonnaise and lemon juice to create the olive aioli.
      ¼ Cup Greek Olive Tapenade, 2 tablespoon Mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice
    • Spread the aioli mixture on the top and bottom cut surfaces of the ciabatta rolls.
      4 Ciabatta Rolls
    • Add the grilled chicken and top with a slice of cheese and some arugula.
      4 slices Provolone Cheese, 1 Cup Baby Arugula

    Nutrition

    Calories: 565kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 58gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 161mgSodium: 2465mgPotassium: 893mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 361IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 167mgIron: 1mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1. James

      July 10, 2023 at 12:13 pm

      Loved this sandwich. The aioli mixture really makes this sandwich the best I have ever tasted.

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