Name: Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Hot Honey and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 2 h 15 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (6 to 8 ounces each); 2/3 c. honey; 2/3 c. country-style dijon mustard; 1 tsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1/4 tsp. black pepper; Juice of 1 lemon; Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional); 1/4 c. mayonnaise; 8 slices thick-cut bacon, halved crosswise; 1 1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 6 ounces); 4 ciabatta buns, split and toasted; Pickle spears, for serving

Step 1Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make 8 thin cutlets.

Step 2Combine the honey, mustard, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes, if using, in a large bowl. Remove ¼ cup of the mixture to a small bowl, stir in the mayonnaise, and refrigerate until ready to serve. Add the chicken to the remaining mixture and toss to coat. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 4 hours.

Step 3Cook the bacon in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove to a paper towel–lined plate and pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the bacon fat.

Step 4Increase the heat to medium-high. Working in 2 batches, cook the chicken in the remaining bacon fat until cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. About 1 minute before the chicken is done, top each cutlet with 2 pieces of bacon and 3 tablespoons shredded cheddar and cover the skillet to melt, about 1 minute.

Step 5Spread the reserved honey mustard on the cut sides of each bun. Fill with the chicken (2 pieces per sandwich). Serve with pickles.

Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Hot Honey and Bacon

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