A healthy grilled chicken sandwich made with zucchini “bread,” creamy ricotta spread, and fresh arugula. This low-carb, gluten-free sandwich is packed with flavor and perfect for easy summer grilling.
⏱ Total Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: ~45–50 minutes
Ingredients
For the Grilled Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, paprika, or Italian seasoning
For the Zucchini “Bread”
- 2 medium zucchinis, thinly sliced
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- Salt & pepper
For the Ricotta Sun-Dried Tomato Spread
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed or rehydrated)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- Optional, fresh basil (about 5 leaves)
For Assembly
- Fresh arugula
- Optional: balsamic glaze or lemon juice and olive oil with a pinch of salt
Instructions
1️⃣ Grill the Chicken
Preheat your grill (or Traeger) to medium heat. I set mine at 425f
Drizzle chicken with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, and any additional spices.
Grill for 15 minutes per side (on traeger) or 7 to 10 minutes on a fire grill, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Remove and let rest before slicing.
2️⃣ Make the Zucchini “Bread”
Preheat oven to 375°F.
In a bowl, mix parmesan, egg, salt, and pepper. I like to also layer parmesan on the bottom and top.
Lay zucchini slices slightly overlapping on a parchment-lined baking sheet to form rectangular “bread” shapes.
Add more parmesan over the zucchini to bind it together.
Bake for 20–25 minutes, until golden and set. Let cool slightly to firm up.
3️⃣ Make the Ricotta Spread
In a blender or food processor, combine ricotta, sun-dried tomatoes, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
4️⃣ Assemble the Sandwich
Spread the ricotta mixture onto the zucchini “bread.”
Layer sliced grilled chicken and fresh arugula.
Optional: drizzle with balsamic glaze or a squeeze of lemon juice.
Top with another zucchini layer and serve immediately.
🌿 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- A healthy grilled chicken sandwich without traditional bread
- Low-carb and gluten-free option
- Packed with fresh, clean ingredients
- Perfect for summer grilling recipes or easy dinners
- Rich, wood-fired flavor when made on a grill
💡 Tips & Variations
- Swap ricotta for goat cheese for a tangier flavor
- Add tomato slices or roasted red peppers
- Use pesto instead of sun-dried tomato spread
- Make it dairy-free with a plant-based spread
