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High-Protein Chicken Chopped Sandwich with Alabama BBQ Sauce for Longevity (42g Protein)

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This Southern-inspired chopped chicken sandwich delivers 42g of complete protein with tangy Alabama white BBQ sauce, crisp vegetables, and pickles on a toasted bun. Perfect for muscle health and bold flavors ready in 30 minutes.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For Alabama White BBQ Sauce:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp prepared horseradish
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • Pinch of salt

For Assembly:

  • 2 brioche or potato buns, toasted
  • 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
  • ½ cup dill pickles, chopped
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
  • Optional: tomatoes, coleslaw

Instructions

  • Season chicken breasts with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit at room temperature 10 minutes.
  • Whisk together mayo, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, horseradish, garlic powder, black pepper, cayenne, and salt until smooth. Refrigerate while cooking chicken.
  • Heat olive oil in grill pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 6 to 7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Don’t move too much to develop golden crust.
  • Remove chicken and let rest 5 minutes on cutting board. Toast buns until lightly golden.
  • Chop chicken into small bite-sized pieces using sharp knife or two forks. Toss with half the Alabama sauce until well coated.
  • Pile saucy chicken onto bun bottoms. Top with lettuce, pickles, and red onion. Drizzle with additional sauce. Close and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Storage: Cooked chicken keeps 4 days refrigerated. Alabama sauce keeps 1 week. Assemble sandwiches fresh.
  • Meal Prep: Double the chicken and sauce recipe for quick lunches all week.
  • Substitutions: Use chicken thighs for juicier meat (40g protein). Greek yogurt instead of mayo cuts calories.
  • Protein Bowl: Skip bun and serve over greens for low-carb option (42g protein, 10g carbs).

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