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Chicken Tikka Club Sandwiches Recipe

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Enjoy these flavorful Chicken Tikka Club Sandwiches, combining tender chicken tikka masala spiced chicken with perfectly cooked eggs, fresh veggies, and creamy mayonnaise layered between toasted sandwich bread. This recipe offers a delightful fusion of Indian-inspired spices with a classic club sandwich format, ready in just about an hour and perfect for lunch or a satisfying snack.

Ingredients

Chicken Marinade and Cooking

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2” bite-sized pieces or strips
  • 2 tbsp Chicken Tikka Masala powder (or Chicken Tandoori Masala powder, Shan brand recommended)
  • 1 tsp garlic, crushed or finely chopped
  • 1 tsp ginger, crushed or finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1/3 cup tomato ketchup
  • 2–3 tsp classic yellow mustard
  • 1/4–1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Eggs

  • 3 large eggs
  • 1/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil

Bread and Assembly

  • 15–18 slices white sandwich bread (thin-sliced preferred)
  • Mayonnaise (Duke’s brand recommended) for spreading
  • 2–3 Romaine lettuce leaves (use ribs/close to root for crunch)
  • 1/2 cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced on an angle
  • 1 salad tomato (heirloom or Beefsteak), thinly sliced
  • Toothpicks for securing sandwiches

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken in a bowl. Add the Chicken Tikka Masala powder, garlic, ginger, salt, and lemon juice; toss to coat evenly so the chicken absorbs all the flavorful spices.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tbsp neutral oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken evenly spread in the pan. Cook, stirring occasionally, about 6 minutes until chicken is cooked through and starts releasing moisture. It will cook in its own juices.
  3. Add the Sauce: Stir in the tomato ketchup, yellow mustard, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to combine and slightly thicken the sauce, keeping some sauciness. Remove from heat and adjust seasoning if needed by adding salt, pepper, ketchup, or lemon juice to balance flavors.
  4. Prepare the Eggs: Crack the eggs into a small bowl and season with salt and black pepper. Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Pour in the eggs, allowing them to sizzle immediately. Let set 1-2 minutes, tilting the pan and spreading uncooked egg evenly for uniform thickness.
  5. Cook the Eggs: Divide the eggs into two sections and flip once the bottom is golden brown. Cook another minute until set but still glossy on top. Cut the cooked eggs into 5 pieces, one for each sandwich.
  6. Toast/Grill the Bread: Heat a panini grill or stovetop cast iron grill pan over high heat until smoking hot (about 8 minutes). Place 1-2 slices of bread in the center and grill undisturbed for 7-10 seconds. Press down gently to create deep grill marks. Flip and grill the other side similarly. Repeat for all slices to achieve nicely grilled bread with almost blackened grill marks for flavor.
  7. Assemble the Sandwiches: Arrange the bread slices in stacks of three to keep track. Spread mayonnaise on one side of each base slice.
  8. Add Chicken Layer: Spoon about 1/3 to 1/2 cup (45-70g) of the cooked chicken mixture onto each base slice.
  9. Add Middle Bread Layer: Spread mayonnaise on one side of the middle slices and place them mayo-side down onto the chicken layer.
  10. Add Veggies and Eggs: Top each sandwich with romaine lettuce leaves, two angled cucumber slices for each half, tomato slices, and one piece of the cooked egg.
  11. Complete Assembly: Spread mayonnaise on one side of the remaining top slices and press them mayo-side down to finish the sandwich.
  12. Secure and Serve: Use toothpicks to secure sandwiches. Using a sharp knife, cut each sandwich diagonally into triangles before serving.

Notes

  • Use thin-sliced white sandwich bread for best texture and grilling results.
  • The lettuce ribs provide a satisfying crunch in every bite.
  • Grill marks should be dark but not burnt to impart a smoky aroma and enhanced flavor.
  • You can substitute Chicken Tandoori Masala powder if Chicken Tikka Masala powder is unavailable.
  • The egg layer adds creaminess and richness, balancing the spiced chicken well.
  • Adjust ketchup, lemon juice, and spices to taste when finishing the chicken mixture.

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