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Baked Spicy Chicken Sandwiches

This Baked Spicy Chicken Sandwiches delivers 54g protein and 805 calories per serving — substantial protein in a complete meal format. Quick stovetop preparation for 2 servings makes it a dependable lunch or post-workout option. Designed for lifters needing calorie-dense meals that don't require mid-day cooking.

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Ingredients

2 servings
  • Bread Crumbs, Dry, Plain(120g)
  • Garlic powder(1g)
  • Paprika, Smoked(3g)
  • Cayenne Pepper, Ground(3g)
  • 1/8 tsp salt ($0.01)
  • freshly cracked pepper ($0.02)
  • Vegetable oil(23g)
  • Greek Yogurt, Plain, Whole Milk(60g)
  • 1/8 tsp salt ($0.01)
  • Hot Sauce, Frank'S RedHot(5g)
  • Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(302g)

    Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.

  • Cabbage, Green(720g)
  • Mayonnaise, Regular(30g)
  • Greek Yogurt, Plain, Whole Milk(80g)
  • Honey(8g)
  • Mustard, Dijon(5g)

    Dijon mustard — Grey Poupon or store brand. Spicier than yellow mustard.

  • Vinegar, Apple Cider(5g)
  • 1/4 tsp salt ($0.02)
  • freshly cracked pepper ($0.02)
  • Bread, French Or Hoagie Roll

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 425ºF. Place a wire cooling rack over a baking sheet to hold the breaded chicken.
  2. 2In a wide shallow bowl or container, combine the bread crumbs, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper for the chicken's breading. Once combined, add the cooking oil and stir until the seasoned breadcrumbs resemble damp sand.
  3. 3In a separate wide shallow bowl or container, combine the yogurt, salt, and hot sauce.
  4. 4Place the chicken breast on a cutting board, cover with plastic, then use a mallet or rolling pin to gently pound the chicken breast to an even thickness, no more than 3/4-inch thick. Cut the chicken breast in half, then season with a pinch of salt and a pinch of cayenne.
  5. 5Dip each piece of chicken into the yogurt and hot sauce mixture, making sure to fully coat the chicken, then into the seasoned bread crumbs, again coating both sides. Place the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet with wire rack.
  6. 6Bake the chicken for 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165ºF, carefully flipping the chicken once half way through.
  7. 7While the chicken is baking, prepare the honey yogurt slaw. In a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise, yogurt, honey, Dijon, vinegar, salt, and some freshly cracked pepper.
  8. 8Place the shredded cabbage slaw mix in a large bowl, pour the prepared dressing over top, and stir until the cabbage is coated in dressing.
  9. 9Once the chicken is finished baking, build the sandwiches. Place one piece of spicy chicken on each bun and top with a generous pile of the honey yogurt slaw. Enjoy!

Nutrition — Per Serving

805

calories

54g

protein

34g

fat

Carbohydrates
73g
Saturated fat
7.0g
Sodium
794 mg
Dietary fiber
12.7g

2 servings per batch · ~683g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Baked Spicy Chicken Sandwiches have per serving?

Each serving contains 54g of protein and 805 calories with 34g fat and 73g carbs. This macro profile prioritizes protein while delivering enough carbs and calories for substantial meal portions.

How long does Baked Spicy Chicken Sandwiches take to prep?

Quick prep produces 2 large servings, making this suitable for two people in one prep session or for two sizable post-workout meals. The sandwich format means minimal plating or assembly steps.

Is Baked Spicy Chicken Sandwiches good for muscle gain?

At 54g protein and 805 calories per serving, this recipe supports muscle gain phases with a complete, balanced macro package. The carbohydrate content and calorie density make it ideal for post-training fuel during a bulk.

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