Pan-Seared Chicken Sandwich with Smoky Chipotle Mayo

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

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Tender pan-seared chicken breast layered on a toasted bun with smoky chipotle mayo, crisp lettuce, and ripe tomato for a satisfying sandwich. This American-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 22 minutes, pairs boneless skinless chicken breast, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 1 American cuisine 520 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 large (6 oz) boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp chipotle in adobo sauce, minced
1 tsp fresh lime juice
2 large lettuce leaves
2 tomato slices
1, split burger buns
4 dill pickle slices

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat dry 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast and season on both sides with 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add chicken breast and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Step 3: Meanwhile, mix 3 tbsp mayonnaise with 1 tsp minced chipotle in adobo sauce and 1 tsp fresh lime juice in a small bowl until smooth and smoky.
Step 4: Toast 1 split burger bun lightly until edges are crisp and golden.
Step 5: Spread chipotle mayo generously on both bun halves. Place cooked chicken breast on bottom bun, layer with 2 large lettuce leaves, 2 tomato slices, and 4 dill pickle slices. Top with the bun crown and serve immediately.