Keto Garlic Butter Lettuce, Tomato & Grilled Chicken Sandwich is a very delicious dish. It prepares quickly in only 22 minutes, so we can easily satisfy our cravings. It contains grilled chicken, butter, lettuce, garlic, tomatoes, mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, and seasoning. These basic items are available in the supermarkets or in the pantry. This sandwich contains mayonnaise and cheddar cheese, so use the vegan alternative if you have a dairy allergy. Serve this Keto Garlic Butter Lettuce, Tomato & Grilled Chicken Sandwich with garlic aioli, pickles, or avocado slices. It contains 4g of net carbs in one serving of this sandwich. It is perfect for storage in cooked form and reheats well.
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STATS:
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Preparation time: Ten minutes
- Serving size: 1 sandwich
- Cook time: 12 minutes
- Cuisine: American
- Total time: 22 minutes
- Course: Dinner
- Diet: Keto
- Serving: 1
EQUIPMENT:
- Grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
- Knife
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 grilled chicken breast
- Two big lettuce leaves
- Two tomato slices
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 2 cloves of garlic
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp. mayonnaise
- 1 slice cheddar cheese
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CHICKEN BREAST:
- Use the chicken breast fillets to make these sandwiches. We have to marinate them for some time to make them more flavorful. Use the chicken thighs to make these juicy sandwiches.
LETTUCE LEAVES:
- They should be big and firm like romaine or iceberg so we can easily make their sandwiches. We use them as a substitute for bread.
GARLIC & BUTTER:
- Use the fresh garlic to enrich the taste of this sandwich. Garlic powder will not provide the same taste. Warm the butter on low stove to prevent the burning of garlic.
TOMATO SLICES:
- Use firm tomato slices to avoid making soggy sandwiches. It will add the refreshness and light acidic flavor.
KETO BREAD:
- Use the keto bread slices to prepare this sandwich. It should be made with the almond or coconut flour.
MAYONNAISE & CHEESE:
- It will add the indulgence and fat content to balance the keto diet. It should be full-fat to provide the best results.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Add the salt & black pepper to season the chicken breast.
- We grill the chicken on a medium stove for 5-6 minutes on all sides till it is cooked.
- Take the pan and melt the butter in it, then toss the garlic till it gets aromatic.
- Apply the garlic butter to the grilled chicken.
- Toast the bread lightly & put the lettuce leaves along with chicken, tomato slices & cheese.
- Then add the mayonnaise over it & put the other slice.
- Serve the sandwich.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SIDES:
- Cauliflower fries
- Zucchini chips
- Keto coleslaw
- Roasted broccoli
DIPS:
- Garlic aioli
- Ranch dressing
- Chipotle mayo
- Avocado dip
DRINKS:
- Iced green tea
- Lemon water
- Sparkling water
- Unsweetened iced tea
ADD-ONS:
- Avocado slices
- Crispy bacon
- Pickles
- Fried egg
LIGHT PAIRING:
- Cucumber salad
- Mixed greens salad
- Keto soup
- Grilled asparagus
TIPS:
- Leave the chicken for some time, then slice it so it remains juicy.
- Use two lettuce wraps to make a strong sandwich.
- Include the chili flakes to make them spicy.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Add the grilled chicken to the vessel and store it for three days. It is best to have the sandwich fresh for the best taste.
FREEZER:
- Add the cooked chicken to the vessel for two months. It is not good to freeze the sandwich.
FAQs:
Will I add the rotisserie chicken to prepare the sandwich?
- Yes, use the rotisserie chicken to prepare this sandwich to save time.
Which lettuce variety is best for this sandwich?
- It is best to use romaine or iceberg lettuce to prepare the sandwich. It provides the best crunch.
How to make the non-dairy sandwiches?
- Use the butter and cheese to prepare the non-dairy sandwiches.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Serving: 1
Total carbs: 6 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 35 g
Fat: 28 g
Sodium: 520 mg
Calories: 420 kcal
Potassium: 450 mg
Serving size: 1
Calcium: 180 mg
Iron: 2.2 mg
Net carbs: 4 g
Vitamin A: 350 mcg