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Close-up of Spicy Grilled Chicken Ciabatta showing the orange chipotle mayo drip and toasted bun edges.

Spicy Grilled Chicken Ciabatta with Crispy Bacon and Chipotle Mayo

This Spicy Grilled Chicken Ciabatta features juicy charred chicken, crispy bacon, and melted pepper jack on toasted ciabatta. Topped with peppery arugula and a smoky chipotle mayo drip, it's the ultimate gourmet sandwich for lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 645
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Spicy Grilled Chicken Ciabatta Ingredients
  • 2 large Chicken Breasts approx 1 lb / 450g, halved horizontally
  • 4 rolls Ciabatta Rolls flour-dusted
  • 8 strips Bacon thick-cut, cooked crispy
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack Cheese with visible pepper flecks
  • 2 cups (40g) Arugula fresh baby arugula
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) Mayonnaise full fat for best flavor
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Chipotle in Adobo minced into a paste

Equipment

  • 1 Outdoor Grill or Cast Iron Grill Pan Essential for diagonal char marks.
  • 1 Meat Thermometer To ensure chicken reaches 165°F.

Method
 

Preparation and Grilling
  1. Pat chicken dry and slice horizontally. Season with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. Place chicken on high heat for 5-6 mins at an angle for char marks. Flip, add pepper jack cheese, and melt.
  3. Spread chipotle mayo on toasted ciabatta, layer arugula, chicken, and bacon. Top with flour-dusted bun.

Notes

Use a grill press for better marks.
Ensure the mayo has an orange tint by adding more adobo sauce if desired.