Shredded Carolina gold chicken on a whole grain roll with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles. Serve with a side of potato wedges and grapes.
Yield: 4 servings; 1 sandwich, 1/2 cup grapes and 1/2 cup potato wedges per serving
Ingredients
Carolina Gold Chicken Sandwich Plate
Directions
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1Preheat oven to 400 degrees F
While oven preheats, coat the chicken with cooking oil spray and evenly rub it with barbecue seasoning. Place the seasoned chicken on a hot grill or skillet. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until well-marked on both sides.
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2Bake
Transfer the chicken to a small baking dish. Pour in the stock and cover the pan with foil. Bake the chicken for 25 to 30 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit or until fork tender. Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to cool slightly. Remove the chicken from the braising liquid, keeping the braising liquid in the pan.
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3Shred
Shred the chicken and place it into a small saucepan. Mix barbecue sauce with 3 tablespoons of braising liquid and add it to the pulled chicken. Bring the chicken to a simmer and cook for 5 to 10 minutes until the sauce has thickened slightly.
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4Assemble
Assemble the sandwich with three pickle chips, lettuce, a slice of tomato, a slice of onion and 1/3 cup Carolina shredded chicken.
Ingredients
Roasted Lemon Parsley Potato Wedges and Grapes
Directions
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1Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F
While oven is preheating, cut each potato into eight wedges. Bring a small pot of water to a boil. Blanch the potatoes in the hot water for 5 to 8 minutes or until cooked most of the way and still slightly firm. Alternatively, microwave the potato wedges in 30-second bursts for 3 to 4 minutes.
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2Season
Spray the potato wedges with nonstick pan spray and season them with Italian seasoning.
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3Roast
Coat a baking sheet with nonstick pan spray. Spread the potatoes in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them. Roast the potatoes for 10 to 15 minutes at 450 degrees Fahrenheit or until light golden brown and tender.
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4Garnish
Toss the cooked wedges with lemon zest and chopped parsley. Keep warm until ready to enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
- Name Value
- Calories 430
- Carbs 68g
- Protein 28g
- Fat 7g
- Sat. Fat 1g
- Sodium 690mg
- Fiber 7g
Chef Tips:
- Consider making a large batch of the Carolina chicken and shredding it with the paddle attachment of a stand mixer.
- You can keep the shredded Carolina chicken in the refrigerator for up to two days or freeze it for up to six months.
Recipe courtesy of Sodexo