Name: Greek Chicken Sandwich
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 2 Apples ((Gala, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)); 2 Pears ((Bartlett or Bosc work well)); 4 cups Water; 1 Cinnamon stick ((or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon)); 1 Whole cloves ((optional)); 1 Lemon (juiced); Honey (or maple syrup (optional to taste)); 3/4 tsp Garlic powder (to taste); 3/4 tsp Dried oregano (to taste); 2 TBSP Lemon juice (to taste); 6 TBSP Extra-virgin olive oil (to taste); Salt (to taste); Black pepper (to taste); 8 oz Chicken breast boneless skinless (butterflied); 2 Brioche buns; 2 TBSP Mayonnaise; 2 cups Butter lettuce; 4 slices Tomato; 2 slices Swiss cheese; 1/4 cup Red onion (sliced thin); 2 cups Broccoli florets; ½ cup Cheddar cheese

Greek Chicken Sandwich

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Prep Time: 25

Cook Time: 15

Servings:

Calories: 1178kcal

Ingredients

Spiced Apple Pear Agua Fresca

2 Apples (Gala, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
2 Pears (Bartlett or Bosc work well)
4 cups Water
1 Cinnamon stick (or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon)
1 Whole cloves (optional)
1 Lemon juiced
Honey or maple syrup (optional to taste)

Marinade

3/4 tsp Garlic powder to taste
3/4 tsp Dried oregano to taste
2 TBSP Lemon juice to taste
6 TBSP Extra-virgin olive oil to taste

Seasoning

Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste

Sandwich

8 oz Chicken breast boneless skinless butterflied
2 Brioche buns
2 TBSP Mayonnaise
2 cups Butter lettuce
4 slices Tomato
2 slices Swiss cheese
1/4 cup Red onion sliced thin

Broccoli

2 cups Broccoli florets
½ cup Cheddar cheese

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Instructions

Preheat a grill or griddle pan on medium heat.
For the spiced apple pear agua fresca: Prepare the fruit: Peel, core, and chop the apples and pears.
Blend: In a blender, combine the chopped apples and pears with the water. Blend until smooth.
Add spices: Transfer the mixture to a large pitcher and stir in the cinnamon stick and cloves. Let it steep in the fridge to allow the flavors to infuse.Strain (optional): Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve if you prefer a smoother texture. Finish: Add lemon juice and sweeten with honey or maple syrup, if desired.
For the marinade: In a bowl whisk together the ingredients for the marinade. Season with salt and pepper. (Marinade should taste good on its own; adjust the seasonings to taste.) (Set about half of the marinade aside to brush on each bun.)
Make the chicken: Brush the chicken with the marinade on one side and season with salt and pepper.
Place the brushed side of the chicken on the grill or griddle pan, then brush more marinade over the top; once nicely marked (about 6 minutes), flip the chicken over, and brush with reserved marinade for the chicken. Close the grill (or cover the pan with a lid) and cook for another 6 minutes to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) using a thermometer. Once cooked, set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
Brush the inside of each bun with the marinade. Lightly grill or toast to a golden brown. Then set aside.
Make the sandwich: Spread mayo on the inside of both halves of the bread. Layer with lettuce, tomato, chicken, cheese, and onion.
Preheat the oven broiler.
Bring a pot of water to a simmer. Cook the broccoli until tender. About 3 - 5 minutes. Then drain. Place on in a baking dish and top with cheese. Melt under the broiler.
Serve: Pour over ice and garnish with apple or pear slices and a cinnamon stick for an autumnal touch.
Serve the greek grilled chicken sandwich with a side of steamed broccoli topped with melted cheddar, Spiced Apple Pear Agua Fresca

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