Description

A delicious and easy-to-make Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich featuring juicy teriyaki-glazed chicken breasts, grilled pineapple slices, Swiss cheese, and fresh lettuce on toasted Hawaiian sweet rolls. This sandwich offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, ideal for a quick lunch or casual dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken and Marinade

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients

4 fresh pineapple slices
4 Hawaiian sweet rolls
4 slices Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or aioli
4 lettuce leaves

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Instructions

Season and Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked. Brush the chicken with teriyaki sauce near the end of cooking to create a flavorful glaze.
Grill Pineapple: Lightly grill the fresh pineapple slices in a separate pan or on a grill for 2-3 minutes per side until they develop char marks and a caramelized flavor.
Toast Rolls: Slice the Hawaiian sweet rolls horizontally. Toast them briefly in a pan with a little butter until golden brown and slightly crispy, enhancing their sweetness and texture.
Assemble Sandwich: Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or aioli on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Layer with a lettuce leaf, the teriyaki-glazed chicken, a slice of Swiss cheese, and the grilled pineapple slice. Top with the remaining half of the roll and press lightly to combine all ingredients.
Serve: Cut sandwiches in half if desired and serve immediately while the cheese is slightly melted and the sandwich is warm, ensuring maximum flavor and enjoyment.

Notes

Use fresh pineapple for the best caramelized flavor when grilling.
You can substitute Hawaiian sweet rolls with brioche buns if unavailable.
For extra spiciness, add a dash of sriracha or your favorite hot sauce.
Mayonnaise can be replaced with aioli for a garlicky twist.
Chicken breasts can be pounded thin for quicker and more even cooking.