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Nothing beats a zesty Italian grilled chicken sandwich with marinated, tender grilled chicken and crunchy vegetables on a soft hoagie roll.
I don’t know about you, but I love a nice zesty Italian grilled chicken sandwich! If you have never had one before, then you are in for a treat. It tastes like an Italian Chicken Salad on a bun. It’s loaded with marinated chicken and fresh, crunchy vegetables. In other words, it has the perfect combination of flavors and textures.
Since it’s grilled, the sugars in the dressing caramelize and char up nicely. We use a cast iron stovetop grill in our house. It has been seasoned over the years, so you know there’s going to be a lot of flavor in every bite. The spices in the dressing work well with chicken and give it a tangy zip that hits the back of your taste buds.
The longest part, when it comes making the dish, is waiting for the chicken to marinate. You want to let it sit in your fridge for at least an hour. It’s important to note that if you want a more intense dressing taste, then let the chicken stew in the container for longer than the recommended amount of time.
As stated earlier, the best way to describe this recipe is an Italian Chicken Salad on a bun. So, if this sounds right up your alley, then I encourage you to indulge yourself. In closing, I wish everyone a long life, love everlasting, and tummy full of delicious tangy eats!
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Zesty Italian Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 lb Chicken Breast
- 16 Ounces Zesty Italian Vinaigrette
- 4 Large Hoagie Rolls
- 2 Cups Romaine Lettuce
- 1 Large Tomato
- 1/2 Cup Red Onion
Instructions
- First, remove the chicken from its package and trim off any excess fat. Then combine the breasts and the zesty Italian vinaigrette in a sealed container. Let the chicken marinate for at least one hour in your fridge.
- Next, while the meat marinates, wash your vegetables. Slice the tomatoes and onions into 1/4 to 1/2 inch slices. Tear the romaine leaves to fit the hoagie rolls.
- After that, slice the bread by cutting in half horizontally splitting each loaf into two equal pieces.
- Now, once an hour has passed, preheat your grill on medium heat and remove the chicken from the fridge.
- Transfer the meat to the hot grill and let it cook for approximately 10 minutes on each side or until it is completely done.
- Then, place some of the lettuce on the bottom halves of the hoagies and put a piece of chicken on top of the greens. On the top half of the hoagies, add your condiments (mayonnaise/mustard) and then the onions and tomatoes.
- Last, put the tops and bottoms of the sandwiches together and serve with your favorite side dishes.
Saakshi Maheshwari
Quite tempting
John
Thank you!
Melanie
Tomato, red onion, and romaine are some of my favorite sandwich toppings. This sandwich looks tasty, and I like that it uses grilled chicken. I could use any variety of sauces to change up the taste!
John
Thank you, Melanie! Mine too, they add a wonderful crunch to any sandwich. That’s the great thing about chicken, you can use just about anything to season it. Have a lovely Thursday 🙂
Melissa
This Zesty Italian Grilled Chicken Sandwich looks light and perfect for summer. Grilling is my go to for the summer. Best of all this could be served with or without the bun to reduce the carbs Thanks for sharing!
John
Thank you, Melissa! I agree, Summer grilling is the best. Absolutely, this chicken works with or without the bun. Have a wonderful Thursday 🙂
rebekah
I love grilled chicken sandwiches! And there is something about the crispness of italian vinagriette! I can’t wait to try this recipe 😉
John
Thank you, Rebekah! Me too, chicken sandwiches are so tasty. The vinaigrette makes marinating the chicken a breeze. I hope you the dish. Have a terrific Thursday 🙂
Censie Sawyer
Guess what I am going to make for lunch for myself tomorrow? THIS! It looks so good fro a lunch and really easy to make too. I love trying new sandwiches.
John
Thank you, Censie! I am thrilled you want to try our recipe and how you enjoy it. Have a wonderful Thursday 🙂
Gemille Sleweon
This is a quick and delicious looking recipe. Unfortunately, I would have to find a vegan version of this sandwich, but I can still share it with all my meat loving friends and family! Lol
John
Thank you, Gemille! Do vegans eat tofu? If so, you might be able to marinate some tofu and then grill it? I’m not sure, though. I’ve never tried a vegan diet. With that being said, I am glad you are sharing our recipe. I hope you have a wonderful Thursday 🙂
Kristi Dominguez
Oh I love chicken marinated in Zesty Italian Dressing. It’s the best. I bet it tastes wonderful inside a sandwich like this. Loving all of the fresh veggies piled on top, too! What a tasty creation!
John
Thank you, Kristi! I am thrilled you like the sandwich and hope you have a wonderful Thursday 🙂
Crystal VanTassel-Lopez
I love indoor stove top grilling. Makes grilling during any season and weather possible! And then it makes your house smell amazing, especially when it’s something like marinated chicken.
This sandwich looks perfect for lunch or dinner!
John
Thank you, Crystal! I agree, indoor grilling has its benefits. Especially, if you live in a place where you cannot use an outdoor grill. Have a lovely Friday 🙂
Melissa Dixon
MY daughters favorite sandwich is chicken no matter where it comes from or what else is on it, she always picks chicken. I think she would love this one and I have to try to make it for her because it would be awesome if I could figure out a new lunch sandwich for her to send with her to school this year.
John
Thank you, Melissa! I am glad your daughter might enjoy this sandwich. Have a lovely Friday 🙂
liz Cleland
I love using those cast iron grilling plates. Especially during the Summer time!
John
Thank you, Liz! They definitely make grilling easy no matter the season. Have a lovely Friday 🙂
Amanda Kee
This zesty Italian grilled chicken sandwich looks delicious and is making me hungry! I love chicken so this is something that would be right up my alley! Now I am headed off to the kitchen to make something to eat because this looks amazing!
John
Thank you, Amanda! I am glad you liked the sandwich and hope you make it soon. Have a wonderful Friday 🙂