Sandwich- Cranberry Provolone Chicken

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Sandwich- Cranberry Provolone Chicken recipe for a quick and easy lunch
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Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons hot chili flakes
3 large chicken breasts
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground pepper
1 tablespoon corn oil or 1 tablespoon other oil , to your preference
2 tablespoons fresh basil or 2 tablespoons dried basil , to taste
200 g swiss cheese , sliced
100 g provolone cheese , sliced
fresh basil leaves or lettuce , of choice
4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons butter or 2 tablespoons margarine
salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
684
Sugar
31g
Fat
34g
This Cranberry Provolone Chicken Sandwich is a deliciously sweet and savory sandwich made with tender chicken that is cooked in an easy-to-make spicy cranberry sauce, sliced provolone and swiss cheeses, and fresh greens packed into rolls. It is the perfect filling lunch that is prepared in under 30 minutes and is perfect for those who are looking for a balanced meal. The sweet and spicy cranberry sauce is the star of the show as it adds a unique flavor to the sandwich. This sandwich is sure to impress anyone from both a taste and nutrition standpoint.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.In a small mixing bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, and hot chili flakes together. Set aside.
3.Season the chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of salt and ground pepper on both sides.
4.In a large skillet, heat the corn oil over medium-high heat. Once heated, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
5.Place the cooked chicken breasts into a baking dish and spoon the prepared cranberry sauce mixture over the top of each breast. Sprinkle the basil over the top and then layer the sliced Swiss cheese and provolone cheese over them.
6.Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7.While the chicken is baking, spread the mayonnaise onto the bottom halves of 4 rolls and top with the fresh basil leaves or lettuce of your choice.
8.Once the chicken is finished baking, take it out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before using a fork and knife to shred the chicken. Place the shredded chicken onto the prepared sandwich buns. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

This sandwich is a perfect combination of sweet and savory, packed with protein and fresh greens.

It is a quick and easy lunch recipe that can be prepared in under 30 minutes.

CONS

The sandwich is relatively high in sodium due to the added salt in the recipe.
Modification may be necessary for individuals on low-sodium diets.

It contains mayonnaise and butter which adds to the calorie and fat content of the sandwich.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This sandwich is rich in protein which provides energy and helps in muscle growth and repair.
The cranberry sauce is loaded with antioxidants which is beneficial for overall health.
The fresh greens provide fiber and essential vitamins and minerals that helps to maintain a healthy digestive system and reduce inflammation.

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