Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Satisfy your cravings with this bold and flavorful Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Sandwich! This easy-to-make recipe features crispy, seasoned plant-based chicken fillets, perfectly paired with a fiery homemade spicy mayo made from vegetarian mayonnaise and hot sauce. Nestled in lightly toasted whole wheat buns, each sandwich is layered with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles, and crunchy red onion for the perfect balance of textures and flavors. With just 20 minutes from start to finish, this meat-free twist on a classic spicy chicken sandwich is an ideal choice for a quick lunch or dinner that's both satisfying and packed with a spicy kick. Perfect for vegetarians and spice lovers alike, this recipe promises a deliciously hearty and wholesome meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Plant-based chicken fillets
• 2 pieces Whole wheat hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (vegetarian)
• 2 teaspoons Hot sauce
• 6 pieces Pickle slices
• 2 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 4 slices Tomato slices
• 4 slices Red onion slices
• 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and hot sauce to create a spicy mayo. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add vegetable oil.

Step 3

Season the plant-based chicken fillets on both sides with paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Place the seasoned fillets in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

Lightly toast the hamburger buns in the skillet for about 1 minute until they are warm and slightly crispy.

Step 6

Spread the spicy mayo on the bottom halves of the buns.

Step 7

Layer each bun with lettuce, one cooked plant-based chicken fillet, pickle slices, tomato slices, and red onion slices.

Step 8

Place the top halves of the buns on the sandwiches to complete them.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(607.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1140.5

Total Fat 64.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 9.5mg	0%
Sodium 3485.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 52.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 356.6mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1017.9mg	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: 50.9%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 30.6%