Tangy Marinated Chicken Sandwiches
Equipment
- Large Ziploc bag,
- grill rack,
- cooking spray
Ingredients
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup onion minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 cup + 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons frozen apple juice concentrate undiluted
- 4 4 oz. chicken breast halves, skinned and boned
- Vegetable cooking spray
- 4 2 oz. whole-wheat rolls, split
- 1 cup loosely packed sliced fresh spinach
- 8 slices tomato
Instructions
- In a large Ziploc bag, combine minced garlic, minced onion, ground ginger, white wine vinegar, olive oil, and frozen apple juice concentrate.
- Add chicken breast halves to the bag.
- Seal the bag and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, turning the bag occasionally.
- After marinating, remove the chicken from the bag, reserving the marinade.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat and coat the grill rack with cooking spray.
- Place the marinated chicken on the grill rack and cook for 8 minutes on each side, basting frequently with the reserved marinade.
- Assemble the sandwiches by placing each grilled chicken breast on a split whole-wheat roll.
- Top with sliced fresh spinach and tomato slices.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair these tangy marinated chicken sandwiches with a light-bodied Chardonnay or a crisp Rosé for a refreshing contrast to the flavors of the grilled chicken and marinade.Nutrition values
Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 36 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 9 g | Sugar: 11 g