Whole30 BBQ Chicken Sandwich
Satisfy your barbecue cravings with these mouthwatering Whole30 BBQ Chicken Sandwiches, a healthy and delicious twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly grilled chicken breasts are coated in a smoky, Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce and nestled in crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a low-carb, gluten-free "bun." Each bite is elevated with a refreshing homemade coleslaw, featuring crunchy green cabbage, shredded carrots, and a tangy mayo-based dressing. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is packed with bold flavors, wholesome ingredients, and satisfies all your BBQ sandwich dreams while staying Whole30-approved. Ideal for meal prep or a satisfying weeknight dinner, it’s a perfect combo of hearty, fresh, and nutritious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce
- 2 cups green cabbage
- 1 piece carrot, shredded
- 0.5 piece red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Whole30 mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 8 pieces romaine lettuce leaves
Instructions
Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Brush the chicken breasts with the olive oil mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the chicken on the grill. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the grill, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice it into thin strips.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, and sliced red onion.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the Whole30 mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and dijon mustard.
Pour the dressing over the cabbage mixture and toss until well combined to make the coleslaw.
Warm the Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
Toss the sliced chicken in the warmed BBQ sauce until well coated.
To assemble the sandwiches, take two romaine lettuce leaves and form a wrap by placing a portion of the BBQ chicken mixture onto them and topping with a generous serving of coleslaw.
Repeat the assembly process for the remaining lettuce leaves to make four sandwiches in total.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
382 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.3 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 84 mg | 28% | |
| Sodium | 836 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.6 g | 57% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 489 mg | 10% | |
*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.
