Description
The Cowboy Club Sandwich is a hearty, flavorful sandwich featuring crispy bacon, tender chicken breast, ripe avocado, fresh tomatoes, and cheddar cheese, all layered between buttery, grilled sourdough bread with a tangy BBQ mayonnaise spread. This recipe combines smoky, creamy, and fresh flavors, perfect for a satisfying lunch or casual dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat & Cheese
- 6 slices of thick-cut bacon
- 4 ounces cooked chicken breast, thinly sliced
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
Bread & Spreads
- 4 slices of hearty sourdough bread
- 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon butter
Produce
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced
- 4 leaves of romaine lettuce
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Bacon: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the bacon slices on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until crispy. Remove from oven and drain on paper towels to remove excess fat.
- Prepare the BBQ Mayonnaise Spread: In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce and mayonnaise until well combined to create a flavorful spread that will add creaminess and tang to the sandwich.
- Butter the Bread: Lightly butter one side of each slice of sourdough bread. This will help create a golden, crispy crust when grilled.
- Grill the Bread with Cheese: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Place the buttered side of the bread down into the skillet and immediately add a slice of cheddar cheese on each piece of bread, allowing the cheese to melt slightly as the bread toasts.
- Add Chicken: Place the thinly sliced cooked chicken breast on top of the cheddar cheese on two of the bread slices. This adds protein and savory flavor.
- Spread the BBQ Mayo: Spread the BBQ mayonnaise mixture over the remaining slices of bread to ensure every bite is flavorful.
- Layer the Veggies and Bacon: On the chicken-covered bread slices, layer the avocado slices, tomato slices, crispy bacon, and romaine lettuce leaves to add freshness, creaminess, and crunch.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper to taste over the layered ingredients to enhance the flavors.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Top the layers with the remaining slices of bread, buttered side up to prepare for grilling the other side.
- Grill the Other Side: Carefully flip the sandwich to grill the other side until toasted and golden brown, ensuring the cheese fully melts and the bread is crispy.
- Serve: Use a sharp knife to slice the sandwich diagonally and serve warm, enjoying the perfect combination of smoky, creamy, and fresh flavors.
Notes
- Make sure to drain the bacon on paper towels to remove excess grease for a less oily sandwich.
- Use thick-cut bacon for extra crispiness and texture.
- For a spicier kick, add a few slices of jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce to the BBQ mayo.
- Leftover cooked chicken can be used or freshly grilled chicken breast.
- Use ripe avocado for creaminess, but act quickly to avoid browning.
- Serve immediately after grilling for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: cowboy club sandwich, grilled sandwich, bacon sandwich, chicken sandwich, BBQ mayo, sourdough sandwich, avocado sandwich, hearty sandwich
