Description
Satisfy your cravings for a classic sandwich with this homemade Copycat Applebees Clubhouse Grille Sandwich. This delightful recipe features layers of juicy grilled chicken, crispy bacon, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato, all nestled between perfectly toasted slices of hearty bread. The addition of sharp cheddar cheese and a tangy mayonnaise-Dijon mustard spread elevates the flavors, making it ideal for quick weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with friends. Customize this sandwich to your liking by adding extra toppings or adjusting the seasonings, ensuring every bite is tailored to your taste. Ready in just a few simple steps, this sandwich delivers restaurant-quality goodness right at home.
Ingredients
- 2–3 boneless chicken breasts
- 4 thick-cut bacon strips
- 4 leaves fresh romaine or iceberg lettuce
- 1 ripe tomato, sliced
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 slices sourdough or whole grain bread
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or skillet over medium heat and season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook bacon strips in a separate pan until crispy; drain on paper towels.
- Grill seasoned chicken for about 6 minutes per side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165?F).
- Toast slices of bread until golden brown.
- Spread mayonnaise and Dijon mustard on one side of each slice of toast. Layer lettuce, tomato, grilled chicken, bacon, and cheddar cheese.
- Top with another slice of toasted bread, press gently, cut in half if desired, and serve.
Notes
Feel free to use leftover rotisserie chicken for quicker preparation.
For added flavor, marinate your chicken beforehand or add avocado slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg