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Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich

Recipe by Donaldo Estevam on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.
  • 25 min
  • Serves 1
  • 9 ingredients

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A light, tangy sandwich featuring juicy chicken breast seasoned with lemon pepper, topped with fresh greens and a creamy spread. Perfect for a quick, low‑calorie lunch.

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Lemon Pepper Chicken Sandwich by Donaldo Estevam, a frame from the Instagram video

Ingredients

1 servingMetric

Amounts as Donaldo Estevam gives them. Metric converts supported weights and liquids, and oven temperatures; spoon measures and counts stay as written.

Method

  1. 1

    Pat the chicken breast dry with paper towels and place it between two sheets of plastic wrap; gently pound with a meat mallet until it is an even ½‑inch thickness.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken is an even thickness. Pound gently to avoid tearing the breast.

  2. 2

    Season both sides of the chicken with lemon pepper seasoning, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper; let it rest for 2 minutes to absorb the flavors.

  3. 3

    Heat a non‑stick skillet over medium‑high heat and add 1 tbsp olive oil, swirling to coat the pan.

  4. 4

    When the oil shimmers, add the seasoned chicken breast to the skillet. Cook for 4‑5 minutes on the first side without moving it, until a golden crust forms.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: A golden crust forms and the chicken releases from the pan. Leave it undisturbed while the crust develops.

  5. 5

    Flip the chicken and cook an additional 3‑4 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (165°F) and the meat is cooked through.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken is cooked through. Check the thickest part for doneness.

  6. 6

    While the chicken finishes cooking, split the whole‑grain roll and toast it lightly in a toaster or on a clean side of the skillet for 1 minute, until just crisp.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The roll is lightly toasted and just crisp.

  7. 7

    Spread 1 tbsp light mayonnaise on the bottom half of the toasted roll.

  8. 8

    Layer the cooked chicken on the mayo, then add a generous handful of baby arugula and the sliced tomato on top.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The chicken, arugula, and tomato sit in an even layer. Add the greens and tomato after the chicken.

  9. 9

    Close the sandwich with the top half of the roll, press gently, and let it rest for 1 minute to allow flavors to meld.

  10. 10

    Slice the sandwich in half diagonally, serve immediately, and enjoy a fresh, low‑calorie lunch.

Tips while you cook

Even Thickness
Pound the chicken breast to an even ½‑inch thickness before seasoning.
Flavor Rest
After seasoning, let the chicken rest for 2 minutes before cooking.
Simultaneous Toast
Toast the roll while the chicken finishes cooking and let the assembled sandwich rest 1 minute before slicing.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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