Heart-Healthy Spicy Hot Chicken Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this Heart-Healthy Spicy Hot Chicken Sandwich—a delicious fusion of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients designed to satisfy cravings without compromising on nutrition. Featuring tender, boneless chicken breasts marinated in a zesty blend of low-sodium hot sauce, nonfat Greek yogurt, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, this recipe keeps it light yet fiery. Coated in crunchy whole-grain panko breadcrumbs and baked to golden perfection, the chicken is then layered on toasted whole-grain buns with creamy avocado slices, fresh tomato, and crisp salad greens. With a short prep time of just 15 minutes, this high-protein, low-fat dish is perfect for clean eating enthusiasts who refuse to sacrifice taste. Perfect for a quick dinner or a guilt-free comfort food fix, this sandwich proves that a healthy lifestyle can still pack plenty of spice!
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Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons hot sauce (low-sodium)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.75 cup whole-grain panko breadcrumbs
- 1 light spray extra-virgin olive oil spray
- 2 pieces whole-grain sandwich buns
- 4 slices sliced tomato
- 1 cup mixed salad greens
- 0.5 pieces avocado, sliced
- 2 teaspoons low-fat mayonnaise (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
Step 2
Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch to ensure even cooking.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, hot sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. This will be your spicy marinade.
Step 4
Add the pounded chicken breasts to the bowl, coating them thoroughly in the yogurt mixture. Let the chicken marinate for 10-15 minutes while preparing the breadcrumb coating.
Step 5
In a shallow dish, spread the whole-grain panko breadcrumbs evenly. Dredge each marinated chicken breast in the breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat both sides evenly.
Step 6
Place the breaded chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray them with extra-virgin olive oil spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Step 7
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 8
While the chicken cooks, prepare the sandwich toppings: slice the tomato, wash the salad greens, and slice the avocado.
Step 9
When the chicken is finished, assemble the sandwiches. Toast the whole-grain buns if desired. On the bottom half of each bun, spread 1 teaspoon of low-fat mayonnaise (optional), then layer with salad greens, 2 slices of tomato, and a few slices of avocado.
Step 10
Place the baked chicken breast on top of the toppings, then finish with the top half of the bun.
Step 11
Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy spicy hot chicken sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (946.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1527.6 |
| Total Fat 34.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 305.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1737.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 157.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.9g | |
| Protein 147.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 3.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 355.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2177.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories