Description
A sandwich that combines juicy grilled chicken, caramelized bacon, melty cheese, and creamy avocado ranch, all stacked in toasted sourdough for a fancy but easy meal.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 12 strips applewood smoked bacon
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch cayenne pepper
- 2 ripe avocados, mashed
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 12 slices thick-sliced sourdough bread
- 3 tablespoon unsalted butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 8 large romaine lettuce leaves
- 8 thick tomato slices
- 4 slices red onion
- 8 pickle spears
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon honey mustard
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder
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Instructions
- 1. Mix the marinade by combining olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
- 2. Pound the chicken to an even 3/4-inch thickness, coat in marinade, and let rest for 15 minutes.
- 3. Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until nearly crisp, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cayenne pepper until crisp.
- 4. Grill the chicken on medium-high heat for 6 to 7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F internal temp). Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 5. Make garlic toast by mixing softened butter with garlic powder. Spread on one side of each sourdough slice and toast until golden and crisp.
- 6. Whip up avocado ranch by mashing avocados and mixing with mayonnaise, ranch dressing, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt.
- 7. Spread avocado ranch on the garlic-buttered side of the toasted bread slices. Layer with romaine and tomato, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- 8. Add sliced grilled chicken, a slice of Swiss cheese, and crispy bacon on top.
- 9. Place a second bread slice on top, spread-side down, and flip it to expose the top. Spread more avocado ranch, layer with lettuce, red onion, and cheddar cheese, and add more bacon and chicken if desired.
- 10. Crown with a third bread slice, spread-side down, and press gently.
- 11. Secure sandwiches with toothpicks, cut into quarters, and serve with pickles and chips or fries.