
Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Sandwich
This Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Sandwich delivers 27g protein and 685 calories per serving — higher-calorie fuel for heavy training days or lean bulk phases. Quick-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, bridging the gap between minimal-effort lunches and structured meal plans. Carb-forward enough to support glycogen replenishment post-session without exceeding 700 calories per meal.
Ingredients
- •Basil, Fresh(30g)
- •Cilantro, Fresh(30g)
- •Chives, Fresh(15g)
- •Mayonnaise, Regular(240g)
- •Chili powder(5g)
- •sea salt
- •freshly cracked black pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless(454g)
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Olive oil(60g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •1¼ teaspoons sea salt
- •½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- •Yellow Onion
- •Bread, Sourdough, Sliced
- •Avocado
- •Bell Pepper
Instructions
- 1Combine the fresh basil, cilantro, chives, mayonnaise, and chili powder in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
- 2Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring often, for 8–10 minutes until softened and beginning to brown.
- 3While the onion cooks, heat a separate skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Brush the chicken breast and bell peppers with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, then cook in the hot skillet for 4–6 minutes per side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the peppers are charred and soft. Transfer to a cutting board and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- 4Slice the rested chicken thinly and prepare the avocado by slicing it into even pieces.
- 5Spread the herb mayo on the inside of each slice of sourdough bread. On four slices, layer the cooked onion, bell pepper, avocado slices, sliced chicken, and divide evenly among them. Top each with a remaining bread slice, mayo-side down.
- 6Brush the top and bottom of each assembled sandwich lightly with olive oil.
- 7Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium heat. Working in batches if necessary, add the sandwiches and cook for 3–4 minutes per side over medium heat until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- 8Slice each sandwich in half and divide evenly into 4 airtight containers while warm. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition — Per Serving
685
calories
27g
protein
63g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Saturated fat
- 9.8g
- Sodium
- 472 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.9g
4 servings per batch · ~209g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Sandwich have per serving?
Each serving contains 27g of protein and 685 calories with 63g fat and only 2g carbs. The extremely low carb content paired with high fat makes this a keto-style option rather than a standard training meal.
How long does Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Sandwich take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time on the stovetop and makes 4 servings, suitable for fast meal preparation on busy days.
Is Santa Fe Grilled Chicken Sandwich good for fat loss?
At 685 calories per serving with 27g protein, this sandwich is calorie-dense and better suited for maintenance or muscle gain phases rather than fat loss goals.



