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Balsamic Chicken Sandwich with Peach Jam and Brandied Onions

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October  4, 2022
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Balsamic Chicken Sandwich with Peach Jam and Brandied Onions
Balsamic Chicken Sandwich with Peach Jam and Brandied Onions
Balsamic Chicken Sandwich with Peach Jam and Brandied Onions
Balsamic Chicken Sandwich with Peach Jam and Brandied Onions
Photo by James Ransom
  • Prep time 1 hour
  • Cook time 15 minutes
  • Serves 4
Author Notes

This recipe is based on a longing for a Thanksgiving leftovers sandwich. I wanted to use ingredients that represented the summer season, while still embodying homey deliciousness. Luckily, this recipe fulfilled my expectations! The chicken, jam, and onions can be made ahead and eaten cold or at room temperature. My main recommendation is that you eat the sandwich with a cold summer beer.

Sandwich fan? Tune into our podcast, The Sandwich Universe, where co-hosts and longtime BFFs Molly Baz and Declan Bond debate and cook up iconic sandwiches every ‘wich way. —we eat. happy.

Test Kitchen Notes

WHO: We eat. happy. lives in Portland, Maine, where she enjoys panoramic ocean views (as do her dogs, Pointer and Seamus).
WHAT: A toasty chicken sandwich that feels like the holidays but tastes like summer.
HOW: While chicken marinates in balsamic vinaigrette, make a quick peach jam on the stovetop. Grill the chicken, sauté red onion in brandy, then combine all of your elements on bread with mayonnaise and lettuce.
WHY WE LOVE IT: As much as we love to eat fresh fruit during the summer, we need something a little more substantial when it comes to a full meal. This sandwich uses a fresh peach jam to transform a grilled chicken sandwich that we could eat any old time of year into a seasonal dish. —The Editors

What You'll Need
Ingredients
  • For the chicken and brandied onions:
  • 1 pound boneless free-range chicken breast, cut into strips
  • 1 cup balsamic vinaigrette
  • Sea salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil
  • 1 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon brandy
  • 1 loaf of bread from the bakery (I used French bread), sliced
  • Peach jam (see below)
  • Your favorite mayonnaise (or a vegan substitute)
  • 1 head of lettuce (Boston, green, or red leaf would work)
  • For the peach jam:
  • 1 peach, peeled and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons organic sugar
  • 1 teaspoon brandy
  • 1 pinch sea salt
Directions
  1. For the chicken and brandied onions:
  2. Marinate the chicken for at least one hour and up to 12. When you're ready to cook, preheat a grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Drizzle the grill with a little olive oil and cook chicken strips for 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, in a small pan, heat a glug of olive oil over medium heat and add the onion slices. Season with salt and pepper and cook for 6 to 7 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Add the brandy and continue to cook until the alcohol is absorbed, about 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  5. Lay out the slices of bread. Spread the jam on one side and the mayonnaise on the other. On top of the jam, add the chicken, onion, then the lettuce. Voilà!
  1. For the peach jam:
  2. Add the ingredients to a pan set over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and continue to cook for about 7 minutes. Using a potato masher, smash the peaches until the big lumps are gone.
  3. Turn off heat and transfer to a jar to cool. The jam will keep for up to 3 weeks in the refrigerator (if you don't eat it all first!).
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8 Reviews

aldous
aldous December 27, 2024
Why does a balsamic chicken recipe come up when I search "vegan" on your website? Fix your search capabilities please
 
Klavdja R.
Klavdja R. July 7, 2017
Marnate the chicken in what. Balsamic Vinegar or Balsamic Vinaigrette. If it's Balsamic Vinaigrette how is it made. Please complete the recipe.
 
Amy
Amy July 11, 2020
I agree! I hope the author answers this question! The sandwich looks tasty.
 
VGFrank
VGFrank July 26, 2020
The internet says it is basically 3/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar. Some add Dijon, garlic, and honey. Determined to make this sandwich!
 
karnow
karnow July 21, 2014
Sounds great, but, why would you even consider using vegan mayo on a chicken sandwich?
 
Karla W.
Karla W. July 22, 2014
Possibly egg allergies? But that does seem a bit odd now that you've pointed it out!
 
we E.
we E. November 24, 2014
I really just love the taste of Vegenaise, but your favorite mayonnaise, or even homemade, would work beautifully. Another reason I like Vegenaise (especially in the summer months) is that it holds up a little better when eating outdoors or taking food with mayonnaise on a picnic.
 
AntoniaJames
AntoniaJames July 21, 2014
That's one great looking sandwich. Congrats! ;o)
 

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