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The Ultimate Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich – Griddle Edition

A sandwich should be bold, juicy, and packed with flavor—and this Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich does just that. It starts with perfectly seasoned, griddled chicken, gets topped with melted jack cheese, and is finished off with a fresh, zesty avocado-pineapple-jalapeño salsa. The result? A mouthwatering bite that hits every flavor note—savory, spicy, creamy, and a little sweet.

Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning brings the citrusy kick to the salsa, while Little Louie’s Seasoning ensures the chicken is loaded with garlicky goodness. Griddled to golden perfection, stacked on toasted ciabatta bread, and finished with a crunch of lettuce to keep it from getting soggy—this sandwich isn’t just good, it’s next-level legendary.

The Best Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich | Griddle Recipe

The Best Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich | Griddle Recipe

Big Poppa

Servings

4

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Cuisine

American

Category

Main Course / Sandwich

Juicy seasoned chicken, melted jack cheese, and a fresh avocado-pineapple-jalapeño salsa come together in this bold and satisfying Chicken Ciabatta Sandwich. Perfectly griddled and stacked on toasted ciabatta, this sandwich is the real deal.

Ingredients

  • 1 ciabatta loaf

  • 2 skinless chicken breasts

  • 4 slices jack cheese

  • 1 tsp Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning

  • 1 tsp Big Poppa’s Little Louie’s Seasoning

  • 2 jalapeños, diced (remove seeds and veins for less heat)

  • 1 lime, juiced

  • ¼ cup cilantro, chopped

  • 1 red onion, chopped

  • ½ cup pineapple, diced

  • 1 avocado, chopped

  • 1 tbsp mayo

  • 4 lettuce leaves

  • 1 tbsp ghee or oil

Directions

  1. Make the Salsa:

    Chop the red onion, jalapeños, pineapple, and cilantro. Add everything to a bowl and squeeze in fresh lime juice. Sprinkle with Big Poppa’s Jallelujah Lime Seasoning and mix. Fold in the chopped avocado and set aside.

  2. Prep the Chicken:

    Place the chicken breasts in a ziplock bag and pound them thin for even cooking. Season generously with Big Poppa’s Little Louie’s Seasoning.

  3. Fire Up the Griddle:

    Preheat the griddle over medium-high heat and add a little oil. Place the chicken breasts on the griddle and cook through, flipping once. Pro tip: Add ghee for extra richness.

  4. Melt the Cheese:

    When the chicken is nearly done, place jack cheese slices on top. Cover with a lid or dome to melt the cheese perfectly.

  5. Toast the Bread:

    On the other side of the griddle, toast the ciabatta bread until golden.

  6. Assemble the Sandwich:

    Spread mayo on the bottom half of the bread. Lay down a lettuce leaf (this helps prevent a soggy bun). Stack on the cheesy chicken breast. Spoon on a generous amount of avocado-pineapple salsa. Top with the other half of the toasted ciabatta.

  7. Slice & Serve:

    Cut into portions and serve while hot. Enjoy the crunch, the heat, and the bold flavors in every bite!

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