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This sandwich combines the sweetness of honey, the tang of spicy pepper and a creamy pimento cheese spread with tender and flavorful juicy meat. This is a flavour-packed,texture-filled sandwich excellent for lunch or supper.

This recipe is for a lovely homemade sandwich to either impress your friends with something slightly different or as a nice tasty snack.

Ingredients for the Sandwich

Here’s what you’ll need to create this mouthwatering sandwich:

For the Chicken:

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Pimento Cheese Spread:

• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup diced pimentos
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Assembling the Sandwich:

• 4 sandwich buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Pickles

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

First, you marinate the chicken breasts so that they have some flavour in them. Combine honey, black pepper, salt, garlic powder and smoked paprika in a small bowl; mix well Cover the chicken breasts completely with the mixture to coat them evenly. Add the chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator, or up to 2 hours for extra flavor.

Cook the Chicken

When you are ready to eat, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken (and the marinade) to skillet. Sear the chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes on both sides – or until they are fully cooked through and have a beautiful golden brown crust.

Chicken is done when the internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C). Take the chicken off the heat and allow to sit for a few minutes, then slice into thick strips.

Make the Pimento Cheese Spread

As the chicken cooks, make the pimento cheese. Pimientos, Shredded Cheddar Cheese and cream cheese are mixed in a bowl Mix thoroughly and combine the ingredients. Season to taste with garlic powder, salt and pepper. It provides a rich & tangy taste to your sandwich & adds creaminess.

Assemble the Sandwich

Let’s combine everything! For added crunch, lightly toast the sandwich buns. Top each bottom bun with a heavy spoonful of the pimento cheese mixture.

Add 2 to 4 slices of the grilled chicken on the bottom bun and, if desired, mixed leaf lettuce and pickles. Top with bun tops to finish the sandwich.

Serve and Enjoy

Serve your Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich and enjoy! Serve it hot with your favourite side dishes like fries, sweet potato wedges or fresh salad.

Variations and Add-Ons

• Grilled Honey Pepper Chicken Sandwich: f you want to make a healthy choice, substitute the fried chicken with a grilled one. Grilled chicken will take in the honey pepper glaze superbly, having a smoky cooked flavour to include depth for the cheese.
• Honey Pepper Pimento Turkey Sandwich: If you are bored of eating chicken, switch to turkey using our Honey Pepper Pimento Turkey Sandwich as a guide. Honey pepper glaze and pimento cheese go well with grilled or fried turkey breast for a new twist on the classic Sammy.
• Bacon-Honey Pepper Pimento Sandwich: Top with crispy bacon slices for an additional smoky note. The salty bacon compliments the sweet honey glaze and flavorful pimento cheese wonderfully.
• Spice it up: If you like spicy food, throw in some jalapenos on the sandwich or just add extra black pepper to your marinade.
• Make it lighter: You can use grilled or baked chicken instead of pan-fried for a healthier version of the sandwich.
• Switch the cheese: For those of you who are not a pimento cheese lover, give other flavoured cheese spreads like pepper jack or a sharp cheddar spread!

Tips for Perfecting the Recipe

• Marinate well: Letting the chicken marinate for a minimum of 30 minutes helps it to absorb all those flavours, and makes it so juicy and flavorful once cooked.
• Don’t overcook the chicken: Overcooking the chicken could dry it out so be sure not to overcook. Cook until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature, via a meat thermometer without cooking your chicken bone dry.
• Toast the buns: Lightly toasting the buns adds a nice crunch and prevents them from becoming soggy once the pimento cheese and chicken are added.

Serving Suggestions

This sandwich pairs perfectly with several different sides and the sandwich has great flavor. Serve it with a basic green salad, crunchy hot chips or roast veggies. And to wash down the spicy sweetness of the sandwich, an iced tea or lemonade will refresh just right with this meal.

Conclusion

If you enjoy a blend of sweet and spicy, then a honey pepper pimento chicken sandwich might well be your dish. Combining this flavour can lift one’s spirits with tender chicken a rich pimento spread and the perfect balance of honey and pepper.

Not to mention, your favourite toppings and sides. Try out this recipe today, get together with some friends, and enjoy a tasty meal!