Whataburger Grilled Chicken Recipe
Ah, summer! The season of barbecues, lazy days, and delightful food. Nothing says summer quite like juicy grilled chicken.
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Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 680kcal
Equipment
- Medium Bowl
- grill
Ingredients
Honey Balsamic Glaze:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped sweet onion
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons balsamic reduction
- 2 tablespoons tomato purée ketchup can be a substitute
- 1 tablespoon bourbon
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard for an extra kick
- Sandwich Assembly:
- 4 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 8 slices crispy bacon cooked and drained
- 4 slices of fresh tomato or 8 cherry tomato halves
- 4 seeded hamburger buns or your favorite style of bun
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped (for added freshness)
Chicken:
- 16 ounces boneless skinless chicken breast portions (4 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika regular paprika works too
Instructions
- Ready to roll up your sleeves? Let’s get our hands dirty, quite literally, as we create this mouth-watering dish step by step.
Step 1: Prepare the Marinade
- Start by mixing the chicken marinade. In a medium bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, sweet onion, garlic, honey, balsamic reduction, tomato purée, bourbon, and Dijon mustard. Whisk all those goodies together until they meld beautifully.
Step 2: Marinate the Chicken
- Take your chicken breast portions and place them in a shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Make sure each bit is well coated. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. If you can allow it to sit for a few hours, that’s even better!
Step 3: Preheat Your Grill
- Get that grill going! Preheat it to medium-high heat. This helps to give the chicken perfect grill marks and that delicious char flavor.
Step 4: Grill the Chicken
- When the grill is ready, place the marinated chicken on it. Cook for about 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. You will want the outside to be golden and grilled perfectly. This process might give you the neighborly urge to show off!
Step 5: Prepare Your Fixings
- While the chicken is grilling, finely chop your fresh basil. Slice your crispy bacon and fresh tomatoes. Set aside, looking pretty on their plate as we wait for the star to finish grilling.
Step 6: Assemble Your Sandwich
- Take the grilled chicken off the heat, and let it rest for a few minutes, allowing juices to settle. Now, it’s assembly time! On each bun, layer the grilled chicken, a sprinkle of sharp cheddar cheese, a couple of slices of crispy bacon, fresh tomatoes, and a touch of basil.
Step 7: Enjoy!
- Your Whataburger Grilled Chicken is complete. Serve it with your chosen sides, and don’t forget to snap a picture for social media. Everyone will want to know where to get such a delicious sandwich!
Notes
Let’s take a deeper dive into those ingredients.
- Chicken Breasts: These offer a textured taste that’s perfect when grilled. They keep well and can also be shredded for different meals.
- Olive Oil: Not just for flavor, but it also helps prevent sticking on the grill.
- Honey: Balances the savory elements. An age-old ingredient, it’s known for its health benefits.
- Balsamic Reduction: This adds a sweet and tangy flair that elevates the dish.
- Smoked Paprika: This spice gives the chicken a distinct, smoky essence.
- Cheddar Cheese & Bacon: These bring a treasure trove of flavors that stick to your taste buds.
- Fresh Basil: This herb offers a refreshing finish to the grilled chicken.