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Grilled Chicken Heaven Sandwich
Juicy grilled chicken, creamy avocado mayo, fresh mozzarella, crisp lettuce, and sweet onion—finished with a tangy Italian‑dressing drizzle on a warm fresh‑baked (or homemade) organic Italian hero. Simple, stacked, and absolutely heavenly.
Quick Stats
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Serves: 2 jumbo sandwiches
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Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating)
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Cook Time: 12–14 minutes
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Total Time: ~30 minutes active
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Equipment: Grill or grill pan, small bowl, knife
Ingredients (All Organic)
Chicken & Marinade
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2 small chicken breasts (or 2 boneless thighs, pounded to even ½‑inch)
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1 Tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp Italian seasoning
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½ tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp fine sea salt, ¼ tsp black pepper
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1 tsp lemon juice (optional, brightness)
Avocado Mayo
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½ ripe avocado
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2 Tbsp mayonnaise (or avocado‑oil mayo)
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Pinch salt, squeeze lemon
Assembly
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1 large Italian hero (12–14 in) or two 6–7 in subs, split and warmed
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6–8 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
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1–2 cups shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
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½ small sweet or red onion, thinly sliced
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2–3 Tbsp Italian dressing (store‑bought organic or homemade)
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Olive oil for brushing bread (optional)
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Flaky salt and extra pepper, to taste
Directions
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Marinate & Grill
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Pound chicken to even thickness. Rub with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and lemon (if using).
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Grill over medium‑high 5–6 minutes per side (internal temp 165°F). Rest 5 minutes, then slice on the bias.
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Mix the Avocado Mayo
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Mash avocado with mayo, a pinch of salt, and a squeeze of lemon until smooth.
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Warm the Bread
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Lightly brush the cut sides of the hero with olive oil and toast on the grill or under a broiler until just golden.
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Build the Heaven
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Spread avocado mayo on both sides of the bread.
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Layer lettuce and onion, then the fresh mozzarella.
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Pile on sliced grilled chicken.
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Drizzle with Italian dressing, add a pinch of flaky salt and pepper, close and press gently. Slice and serve warm.
Flavor‑Pop Tips
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Season every layer: A tiny pinch of salt on tomatoes or greens (if you add them) makes flavors bloom.
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Moisture control: Pat mozzarella dry so the roll stays crisp.
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Extra zing: Add banana peppers or a splash of red‑wine vinegar with the dressing.
Make It Your Way
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Hero Bowl (GF): Skip the bread; serve everything over chopped romaine with extra dressing.
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Pesto Swap: Replace avocado mayo with basil pesto for an herby twist.
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Thighs for the win: Chicken thighs stay ultra‑juicy if you prefer dark meat.
Estimated Nutrition (per sandwich, ½ hero)
~650 kcal • 45 g protein • 45 g carbs • 32 g fat
(Varies with bread size, cheese, and dressing used.)