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High Protein Grilled Chicken Lunch Sandwich

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A satisfying midday meal with juicily grilled marinated chicken breast, fresh vegetables, and whole-grain bread. Packed with protein and lasting energy for afternoon focus, without processed fats or alcohol.

  • Total Time: 25
  • Yield: 2 sandwiches 1x

Ingredients

Scale

Boneless Chicken Breast
2 (6-ounce) pieces
Pound to even thickness
Whole Wheat Bread
4 slices
Use gluten-free if needed
Avocado
1, sliced
Substitute with hummus
Lettuce
4 leaves
Romaine or spinach
Tomato
1, sliced
Cherry tomatoes optional
Red Onion
1/4 cup, thinly sliced
Greek Yogurt
1/4 cup
Unflavored or plain
Olive Oil
1 tablespoon
Lemon Juice
1 tablespoon
Minced Garlic
1 teaspoon
Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon
Paprika
1 teaspoon
Salt
1/2 teaspoon
Black Pepper
1/4 teaspoon

Instructions

Combine Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl
Submerge chicken in marinade, cover, and refrigerate 10–15 minutes
Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat
Grill chicken 5–7 minutes per side until 165°F internal temperature
Toast whole wheat bread 30 seconds–1 minute
Layer lettuce, tomato, red onion, and avocado on one half
Top with grilled chicken and remaining bread

Notes

Marinate chicken up to 30 minutes for stronger flavor
Store cooked chicken airtight for 3 days
Use zucchini or cucumber as additional veggies

  • Author: Amelie Harper
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: High Protein Meals
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 550
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 55g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 42g