Whole30 Grilled Chicken and Cheese Sandwich

Elevate your Whole30 journey with this irresistible Whole30 Grilled Chicken and Cheese Sandwich, a healthy twist on a classic favorite. This recipe swaps traditional bread for crispy almond flour crackers and features juicy grilled chicken marinated in a savory blend of coconut aminos, garlic, and onion powder. Topped with a creamy, dairy-free cashew-based cheese slice, fresh lettuce, and a slice of ripe tomato, every bite is packed with wholesome flavor. A smear of Whole30-approved mayonnaise adds a luscious, tangy finish to this high-protein, low-carb sandwich alternative. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes and perfectly suited for lunch or a light dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free sandwich offers a satisfying blend of textures and flavors while staying true to Whole30 guidelines.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 1 piece Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Avocado oil
• 2 tablespoons Whole30 compliant mayonnaise
• 12 pieces Whole30 compliant almond flour crackers
• 1 slice Whole30 compliant cheese slice (cashew-based or almond-based)
• 1 piece Lettuce leaf
• 1 slice Tomato

Directions

Step 1

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Pound the chicken breast to an even thickness for uniform cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix coconut aminos, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Marinate the chicken breast in the mixture for at least 10 minutes.

Step 5

Once the grill is hot, lightly brush it with avocado oil.

Step 6

Place the marinated chicken on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (73.9°C).

Step 7

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

Step 8

Spread Whole30 compliant mayonnaise evenly on half of the almond flour crackers.

Step 9

Layer the grilled chicken breast on top of the mayonnaise-spread crackers.

Step 10

Place a slice of Whole30 compliant cheese over the chicken breast.

Step 11

Add a leaf of lettuce and a slice of tomato on top of the cheese.

Step 12

Top with the remaining almond flour crackers to form a sandwich.

Step 13

Press gently to secure the ingredients in place, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(338.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	886.1

Total Fat 59.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 166.8mg	0%
Sodium 2505.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 9.8g
Protein 62.1g	0%

Vitamin D 8.7IU	0%
Calcium 104.6mg	0%
Iron 3.8mg	0%
Potassium 718.2mg	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: 60.4%

Protein: 27.9%

Carbs: 11.6%