Chicken Club Copycat Carl Jrs by Todd Wilbur

Recreate the savory, crowd-pleasing flavors of a classic Carl's Jr. Chicken Club sandwich with this easy copycat recipe by Todd Wilbur. Perfectly seasoned and grilled boneless chicken breast is paired with crispy bacon, fresh iceberg lettuce, and a juicy slice of tomato, all nestled between a golden-toasted hamburger bun slathered with creamy mayonnaise. With just 10 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking time, this homemade version captures the essence of the fast-food favorite while letting you control the quality of ingredients. Whether you're a fan of Carl's Jr. or simply looking for a quick and delicious chicken sandwich recipe, this hearty creation is guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. Ideal for lunch or dinner, serve with your favorite side of fries or a crisp salad for the ultimate meal experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 piece Chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
• 2 pieces Bacon strips
• 1 piece Hamburger bun
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 piece Iceberg lettuce leaf
• 1 piece Tomato slice
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface with vegetable oil.

Step 2

In a small bowl, season the chicken breast with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 3

Place the chicken breast on the hot grill or grill pan and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.

Step 4

While the chicken cooks, heat a small skillet over medium heat and cook the bacon strips until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and drain on paper towels.

Step 5

Lightly toast both halves of the hamburger bun on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

Step 6

Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of the toasted hamburger bun. Place the grilled chicken breast on top.

Step 7

Add the crispy bacon strips on top of the chicken breast, followed by the lettuce leaf and tomato slice.

Step 8

Spread the remaining 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the top half of the hamburger bun and place it on top of the sandwich.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Chicken Club sandwich inspired by Carl's Jr.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(299.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	757.7

Total Fat 41.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 195.5mg	0%
Sodium 1874.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 3.8g
Protein 64.2g	0%

Vitamin D 22.6IU	0%
Calcium 109.3mg	0%
Iron 3.4mg	0%
Potassium 621.1mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 34.5%

Carbs: 15.5%