Whole30 Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Get ready to spice up your Whole30 journey with this irresistible Whole30 Spicy Chicken Sandwich! This recipe swaps traditional sandwich buns for crisp lettuce wraps, keeping it paleo-friendly and completely Whole30-compliant. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a bold mix of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper for a fiery kick, then seared to perfection in avocado oil. A creamy avocado-lime spread adds a cooling, tangy balance, while crunchy pickles and thinly sliced red onions deliver bursts of flavor and texture. Finished off with a drizzle of Whole30-approved hot sauce, this guilt-free, low-carb sandwich is perfect for lunch or dinner. Packed with protein, flavor, and spice, it's a must-try for anyone looking to keep their Whole30 meals exciting and delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 pieces lettuce leaves (e.g., romaine or butter lettuce)
• 8 pieces pickle slices
• 2 tablespoons whole30-compliant hot sauce
• 1 medium avocado
• 1 medium lime
• 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons arrowroot flour (optional, for light coating)

Directions

Step 1

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness for uniform cooking. You can use a meat mallet or rolling pin.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

If using, lightly coat the chicken breasts in a thin layer of arrowroot flour to create a light crust. This step is optional.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of avocado oil.

Step 5

Rub the spice mixture evenly onto both sides of the chicken breasts while the skillet heats.

Step 6

Once the skillet is hot, add the chicken breasts. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove the chicken and set aside for 2-3 minutes to rest.

Step 7

While the chicken cooks, prepare the avocado-lime spread: Mash the avocado in a small bowl and mix in the juice of 1 lime. Add a pinch of salt and stir until creamy and smooth.

Step 8

To assemble each sandwich, stack 2 lettuce leaves as the base. Add a layer of avocado-lime spread, followed by the cooked spicy chicken breast.

Step 9

Top the chicken with pickle slices, a drizzle of compliant hot sauce, and a few thin slices of red onion.

Step 10

Finish by topping with 2 more lettuce leaves to form the 'top bun.' Secure the sandwich with a toothpick if needed.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your Whole30 Spicy Chicken Sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1077.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1251.7

Total Fat 63.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 286mg	0%
Sodium 2920.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.4g	0%
Total Sugars 15.7g
Protein 116.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 284.6mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1987.9mg	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: 44.5%

Protein: 36.5%

Carbs: 18.9%