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Big Show Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Get ready for a flavor explosion! This Big Show Chicken Sandwich recipe, originally from the Columbus Dispatch, is surprisingly easy to make yet delivers incredible taste. Crispy, bacon-wrapped chicken with a sweet and savory spice rub is perfectly balanced by a cool and creamy homemade tzatziki sauce. This isn't your average chicken sandwich; it's a culinary knockout! Prepare to impress your family and friends with this show-stopping recipe.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 368.6 kcal
Protein 65g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Big Show Chicken Sandwich

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 slices hickory smoked bacon
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • Chili Powder (not used in recipe)
  • Ground Cumin (not used in recipe)
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
  • Red Pepper Flakes (not used in recipe)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 hamburger buns
  • 1 medium tomato, sliced
  • 1/2 English cucumber, grated and drained
  • 1/4 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • Chives (not used in recipe)
  • Sour Cream (not used in recipe)
  • Worcestershire Sauce (not used in recipe)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
  • toothpicks (as needed)

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How to Make Big Show Chicken Sandwich

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with foil.
  3. Lightly grease a wire rack and place it on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Wrap each chicken breast with 1 slice of bacon, securing with toothpicks if needed.
  5. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Evenly sprinkle the spice mixture over the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts.
  7. Place the chicken on the prepared wire rack.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  9. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes.
  10. While the chicken rests, prepare the tzatziki sauce: In a medium bowl, combine the grated cucumber and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Let stand for 2 minutes, then drain well.
  11. Add the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and dill to the drained cucumber. Mix well.
  12. Slice the rested chicken breasts.
  13. Place the chicken slices on the hamburger buns.
  14. Top with tomato slices and a generous spoonful of tzatziki sauce.
  15. Serve immediately and enjoy your Big Show Chicken Sandwich!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

29 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

23g

Carbs

12g

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