Crispy Chicken Bacon Sandwich with Cajun Mayo

Chicken Sandwich with Bacon and Cajun Mayo

Category: Main Dishes
Servings: 4

This savory chicken sandwich with crispy bacon, fresh veggies, and a zesty Cajun mayo offers a perfect combination of flavors and textures. The slight crunch of toasted bread, along with the smokiness of bacon and the tangy kick of Cajun seasoning, makes it a deliciously satisfying meal. Here’s how to bring this delectable sandwich to life!

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Prepare the Vegetables
   Begin by washing and slicing the ripe tomatoes thinly. Then, wash and julienne the iceberg lettuce, and slice the red onions. Set the vegetables aside while you prepare the rest of the sandwich.

2. Shred the Chicken
   If you haven’t already, roast the chicken until fully cooked. Once done, remove the skin and bones, and shred the meat using a fork. Place the shredded chicken into a large mixing bowl.

3. Mix the Cajun Mayo
   In a separate bowl, combine the mayonnaise and Cajun seasoning. Add the tablespoon of tomato paste and mix thoroughly. This will serve as the flavorful sauce that will coat the chicken, giving it an extra burst of flavor.

4. Assemble the Chicken
   Add the Cajun mayo mixture to the shredded chicken and stir until the chicken is evenly coated. This will infuse the chicken with the spicy, tangy flavors of the sauce.

5. Cook the Bacon
   Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the bacon slices. Place them in the pan one by one, making sure they don’t overlap, and cook them until crispy. Once done, remove the bacon from the pan and drain the excess fat by placing the slices on a plate lined with paper towels.

6. Sauté the Red Onions
   In the same pan where you cooked the bacon, toss the sliced red onions. Sauté them briefly just until they soften and begin to caramelize. This adds an extra layer of flavor to your sandwich.

7. Prepare the Bread
   While the onions are cooking, butter both sides of each slice of bread (12 slices in total). For each sandwich, butter both sides of two slices and only one side of the remaining four slices. This will help create a golden, crisp outer layer when toasted.

8. Toast the Bread
   Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the buttered slices in the pan, cooking each side until it turns a beautiful golden brown. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.

9. Assemble the Sandwich
   Now it’s time to assemble! Take one of the slices of bread (buttered only on one side) and layer it with the Cajun-spiced chicken mixture. Add the sliced tomatoes, then top with crispy bacon and sautéed onions.

   Place a toasted slice of bread (with both sides buttered) on top to form the sandwich. Press down gently with a spatula to ensure everything sticks together.

10. Grill the Sandwich
    Place the completed sandwich back in the skillet and toast it on both sides until the bread is evenly browned and the sandwich holds together well. This should take about 3-4 minutes per side, depending on the heat of the pan.

11. Serve
    Once both sides are golden brown and crispy, remove the sandwich from the skillet. Cut it diagonally for a nice presentation, then serve immediately while it’s hot and fresh.

Nutritional Information

Tips for a Perfect Sandwich

• Chicken: For the best texture, use leftover roasted chicken, or you can quickly pan-fry chicken breasts before shredding them.
• Bread: If you want a little extra flavor, try using sourdough bread instead of white sandwich bread for a tangy twist.
• Veggies: The fresh crunch of lettuce and juicy tomatoes perfectly balances the rich chicken and crispy bacon.
• Customize it: Add other favorite ingredients like pickles, avocado, or even a slice of cheese to elevate this sandwich even further.

Enjoy this hearty Chicken Sandwich with Bacon and Cajun Mayo for lunch, dinner, or even as a crowd-pleasing picnic dish!