Spicy Chicken Deluxe
Get ready to elevate your burger game with this Spicy Chicken Deluxe recipe, a flavor-packed twist on a classic chicken sandwich. Juicy, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are rubbed with a bold blend of cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, then seared to tender, golden perfection. Topped with melted pepper jack cheese for an irresistible kick, these chicken filets are nestled onto toasted burger buns layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and a luscious, zesty mayonnaise infused with hot sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings. Serve it hot, fresh, and with a side of fries or your favorite salad to complete the ultimate spicy chicken sandwich experience.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 2 pieces tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix together the cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Step 2
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. Rub the spice mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Step 4
Place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each chicken breast during the last minute of cooking. Cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
Step 5
Meanwhile, slice the tomatoes into thick slices and prepare the lettuce leaves.
Step 6
Toast the burger buns in a toaster or on a separate skillet until golden brown.
Step 7
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with the hot sauce until well combined.
Step 8
To assemble each sandwich, spread a tablespoon of the spicy mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cheesy chicken breast on top, followed by a lettuce leaf and tomato slices. Top with the other half of the bun.
Step 9
Serve immediately while the chicken is hot and enjoy your Spicy Chicken Deluxe!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1363.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2754.5 |
| Total Fat 134.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 35.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g | |
| Cholesterol 752.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3970.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 109.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.2g | |
| Protein 257.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1064.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 872.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories