Paleo Grilled Chicken Sub Sandwich

Say goodbye to bread and hello to a flavorful, guilt-free twist on a classic with this Paleo Grilled Chicken Sub Sandwich! Perfectly marinated chicken breast—infused with zesty notes of lemon, garlic, and paprika—is grilled to juicy perfection, then nestled between crisp romaine lettuce leaves for a low-carb, grain-free alternative to traditional buns. A creamy avocado sauce, seasoned with fresh lime juice and cilantro, adds a luscious layer of richness, while fresh slices of tomato and red onion provide a refreshing crunch. Ready in just 30 minutes of cooking and prep time, this paleo-friendly sandwich is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even meal prep. It’s a satisfying, wholesome take on comfort food that delivers on both flavor and nutrition.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breast
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 8 leaves romaine lettuce leaves
• 1 large avocado
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons cilantro
• 1 medium tomato
• 0.5 medium red onion

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the chicken absorb the flavors.

Step 3

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill each side for about 6-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 5

While the chicken rests, prepare the avocado sauce. In a bowl, mash the avocado and mix in the lime juice and chopped cilantro until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Slice the chicken into thin strips.

Step 7

Slice the tomato and red onion into thin rounds.

Step 8

To assemble the sandwich, place two leaves of romaine lettuce on a flat surface, slightly overlapping each other to form a bed. Spread a layer of the avocado sauce over the lettuce.

Step 9

Layer the grilled chicken strips on top, followed by slices of tomato and red onion.

Step 10

Top with two more leaves of romaine lettuce to close the sandwich. Repeat the steps for the second sandwich and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(830.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1176.0

Total Fat 81.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.9g
Cholesterol 206.4mg	0%
Sodium 3175.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 48.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.8g
Protein 75.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147.4mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2374.6mg	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: 59.6%

Protein: 24.7%

Carbs: 15.7%