Low Fat BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Savor the smoky, tangy flavors of this Low Fat BBQ Chicken Sandwich, a perfect choice for a quick, nutritious meal that's big on taste but light on calories. Juicy, spice-rubbed chicken breasts are grilled to perfection and glazed with a low-sugar BBQ sauce, delivering bold flavor with every bite. Served on toasted whole wheat buns, this sandwich is layered with vibrant toppings like fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, and thinly sliced red onion, complemented by a creamy yet guilt-free mayo-mustard spread. Ready in just 35 minutes, this healthy barbecue recipe is ideal for a family dinner or casual gathering. Packed with lean protein and wholesome ingredients, it’s a delicious way to enjoy BBQ-inspired flavors while keeping it light! Perfect for fans of low-fat meals, healthy chicken recipes, and summer grilling ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup low-sugar BBQ sauce
- 4 pieces whole wheat sandwich buns
- 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup low-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 4 leaves green leaf lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder.
Spray the chicken breasts lightly with olive oil spray on both sides.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Place the chicken breasts on the preheated grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until a meat thermometer reads 165°F (74°C) and the chicken is no longer pink in the center.
Brush the cooked chicken breasts generously with the low-sugar BBQ sauce and let them rest for a few minutes.
While the chicken is resting, toast the whole wheat sandwich buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes until lightly browned.
In another small bowl, combine the low-fat mayonnaise and dijon mustard to make a spread.
Slice the grilled chicken breasts, if desired, for easier assembling of the sandwich.
Spread a layer of the mayo-mustard mixture on the cut side of each sandwich bun.
On the bottom half of each bun, place one lettuce leaf, a few slices of tomato, some red onion slices, and the sliced chicken.
Top with the other half of the bun, serve immediately, and enjoy your low-fat BBQ chicken sandwich.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
870 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.1 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 8.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 306 mg | 102% | |
| Sodium | 2901 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 110.3 g | 221% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1334 mg | 28% | |
*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.
