Whole30 Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich
Spice up your mealtime with this flavorful Whole30 Peri Peri Chicken Sandwich! Packed with tender, grilled chicken marinated in a zesty homemade Peri Peri sauce made from fresh red bell peppers, fiery chilies, and aromatic spices, this recipe delivers a bold kick while staying Whole30-compliant. Serve it on crisp lettuce wraps or Whole30-approved buns for a wholesome, guilt-free twist on a classic sandwich. Perfectly balanced with a drizzle of extra sauce and crunchy romaine lettuce, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal for lunch or dinner, offering a satisfying combination of heat, tang, and freshness. Ready in under an hour, this Paleo-friendly sandwich will quickly become a healthy favorite in your recipe rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 medium Red chili, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon White vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves
- 2 tablespoons Whole30-compliant mustard
- 2 servings Whole30-approved sandwich buns or lettuce wraps
Instructions
In a blender, combine red bell pepper, red chilies, garlic, lemon juice, white vinegar, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth to create the Peri Peri sauce.
Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and pour over half of the Peri Peri sauce. Reserve the other half of the sauce for serving.
Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours for better flavor.
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly brush with olive oil.
Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove and allow to rest for a few minutes.
While the chicken is resting, lightly toss the remaining Peri Peri sauce into a small saucepan and heat over low heat (optional).
On each Whole30-approved sandwich bun or lettuce wrap, spread a tablespoon of mustard.
Place a few pieces of romaine lettuce on the bottom half of the bun or wrap.
Slice the grilled chicken breasts and layer them on top of the lettuce.
Drizzle or spoon the warmed Peri Peri sauce over the chicken.
Top with the remaining bun or finish the wrap, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1098 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 2988 mg | 130% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.4 g | ||
| Protein | 114.8 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1938 mg | 41% | |
*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.
