Blackened Chicken Sandwich
Bold, smoky, and bursting with Southern-inspired flavors, the Blackened Chicken Sandwich is the ultimate handheld indulgence. Featuring tender chicken breasts coated in a spicy Cajun seasoning, seared to perfection in a hot cast-iron skillet, this sandwich delivers a satisfying kick in every bite. Served on buttery toasted buns and layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles, and a zesty mayo-mustard sauce, it’s a harmonious blend of heat and freshness. Perfect for a quick weekday meal or weekend cookout, this 30-minute recipe is a must-try for lovers of bold, flavorful sandwiches. Ideal for anyone searching for an easy blackened chicken recipe or bold sandwich ideas, this dish is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 pieces Burger buns
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Mustard
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomato
- 4 slices Pickles
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin between two pieces of plastic wrap.
Season both sides of the chicken generously with Cajun seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until very hot. Add olive oil to the pan.
Cook the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until blackened and fully cooked (165°F internal temperature). Remove from the skillet and let rest for a few minutes.
While the chicken rests, slice the burger buns in half and spread butter on the cut sides. Toast the buns in the same skillet until golden brown.
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and mustard to make a simple sandwich sauce.
Slice the tomato into rounds and prepare the lettuce leaves and pickles.
Assemble the sandwiches by spreading the mayonnaise-mustard sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer with lettuce, a cooked chicken breast, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with the remaining buns.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Blackened Chicken Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1469 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.8 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 359 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 7630 mg | 332% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.4 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 116.1 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 174 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1290 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
