Name: Spicy Chipotle Aioli Stacked Sandwich With Caramelized Onion Jam
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Chicken Breasts (300g / 10oz): Boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a lean protein base.; Olive Oil (1 Tbsp / 15mL): For brushing chicken to prevent sticking.; Kosher Salt (½ tsp / 2.5g): To season the chicken.; Black Pepper (¼ tsp / 1g): Freshly ground for robust flavor.; Provolone Cheese (40g / 1.5oz): Adds a mild, melty element.; Sourdough Rolls (300g / 10oz total): Provides tang and structure.; Mayonnaise (¼ cup / 60mL): For a creamy chipotle aioli.; Lime Juice (1 tsp / 5mL): Brightens the aioli.; Chipotle Pepper Puree (1 tsp / 5g): Adds smoky heat.; Garlic (1 clove, minced): For aioli flavor.; Yellow Onion (80g / 2.8oz, thinly sliced): Caramelizes for sweetness.; Vegetable Oil (1 Tbsp / 15mL): For caramelizing onions.; Brown Sugar (1 Tbsp / 13g): Enhances caramelization.; Balsamic Vinegar (1 tsp / 5mL): Adds tangy complexity.; Dill Pickles (30g / 1oz, thinly sliced): Provides crunch and tang.; Cilantro (8g / 0.3oz, chopped): Adds freshness.; Smoked Paprika (Pinch, optional): For smoky flavor and color.

Description

This sandwich features grilled chicken, creamy chipotle aioli, sweet caramelized onion jam, and crisp pickles on toasted sourdough. It’s a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s easy to make.

Ingredients

Chicken Breasts (300g / 10oz): Boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a lean protein base.
Olive Oil (1 Tbsp / 15mL): For brushing chicken to prevent sticking.
Kosher Salt (½ tsp / 2.5g): To season the chicken.
Black Pepper (¼ tsp / 1g): Freshly ground for robust flavor.
Provolone Cheese (40g / 1.5oz): Adds a mild, melty element.
Sourdough Rolls (300g / 10oz total): Provides tang and structure.
Mayonnaise (¼ cup / 60mL): For a creamy chipotle aioli.
Lime Juice (1 tsp / 5mL): Brightens the aioli.
Chipotle Pepper Puree (1 tsp / 5g): Adds smoky heat.
Garlic (1 clove, minced): For aioli flavor.
Yellow Onion (80g / 2.8oz, thinly sliced): Caramelizes for sweetness.
Vegetable Oil (1 Tbsp / 15mL): For caramelizing onions.
Brown Sugar (1 Tbsp / 13g): Enhances caramelization.
Balsamic Vinegar (1 tsp / 5mL): Adds tangy complexity.
Dill Pickles (30g / 1oz, thinly sliced): Provides crunch and tang.
Cilantro (8g / 0.3oz, chopped): Adds freshness.
Smoked Paprika (Pinch, optional): For smoky flavor and color.

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Instructions

Prepare Chicken: Brush chicken with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Grill Chicken: Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through (74°C / 165°F). Rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
Make Chipotle Aioli: Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle puree, and garlic. Refrigerate.
Caramelize Onions: Cook onions in vegetable oil until golden brown (8-10 minutes). Add brown sugar and balsamic vinegar.
Toast Rolls: Toast sourdough rolls until golden brown.
Assemble Sandwich: Spread aioli on rolls, layer chicken, cheese, onion jam, and pickles.
Finish & Serve: Top with the other roll half, drizzle with aioli, and garnish with cilantro.

Notes

Making the caramelized onion jam ahead of time saves time. Adjust the chipotle puree to control the spice level.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Lunch
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 650 kcal
Sugar: 25 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 35 g
Saturated Fat: 10 g
Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 50 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 40 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg