This Pineapple Grilled Chicken Sandwich is a quick, easy, and wholesome lunch option. Barbecue-marinated chicken breasts, grilled pineapple, melted cheese and fresh vegetables come together to create flavorful sandwiches that are perfect for a picnic, party, potluck, or an easy family meal.
Pineapple Grilled Chicken Sandwiches
These sandwiches balance sweet and savory notes—grilled pineapple adds a juicy, caramelized contrast to tangy BBQ chicken. Omit the jalapeños for a milder version that’s kid-friendly, or swap vegetables to suit picky eaters. The recipe is very adaptable: change the cheese, bread, or toppings to match your preference.
I enjoy all kinds of sandwiches and wraps because they’re fast to prepare and appeal to a wide range of tastes. This pineapple-grilled chicken version is an easy twist on a classic chicken sandwich and works well for lunches, casual dinners, or packed lunches for work and school.
How to Make These Chicken Sandwiches
Start with thin chicken breast fillets marinated in your favorite BBQ sauce. The sweet, smoky flavors pair beautifully with pineapple. For the sandwich base, Kaiser rolls are a great choice; toast them lightly, then place a slice of cheese on the warm roll so it melts. Layer grilled chicken, pineapple, sliced jalapeño (optional), red onion, and a crisp lettuce leaf for texture.
This is a quick recipe: grill the chicken, pineapple and rolls and assemble—the whole process takes about 20 minutes once the chicken has marinated. These sandwiches travel well, making them a reliable option for packed lunches, poolside gatherings, or summer picnics.
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Pineapple Grilled Chicken Sandwich
- Author: Vera Z.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Total Time: 24 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grill
- Cuisine: American
Description
This Pineapple Grilled Chicken Sandwich combines barbecue-marinated chicken, grilled pineapple, cheese and fresh vegetables for a fast, flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breast fillets (about 1/2 inch thin)
- BBQ sauce for marinating
- 4 slices of cheese (your choice)
- 4 pineapple slices
- 1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces of lettuce
- 4 Kaiser rolls
- Olive oil, for brushing the grill
Instructions
- Cover chicken fillets with BBQ sauce and refrigerate to marinate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for more flavor.
- Brush the grill grates with oil and preheat until hot.
- Wipe off excess BBQ sauce from the fillets, place chicken on the grill, and cook until done—about 5–7 minutes per side depending on thickness.
- Grill pineapple slices 2 minutes per side, until softened and caramelized.
- Slice the rolls and lightly toast them on the grill. Place a slice of cheese on the warm bottom half so it begins to melt. Layer with grilled chicken, pineapple, jalapeño and red onion slices, add lettuce, and top with the roll.