Gochujang Mayo Chicken Sandwich (Printable)

Juicy chicken in spicy gochujang mayo layered with melted cheese and crisp bread for a flavorful meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Gochujang Mayo Chicken

01 - 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast (7 oz)
02 - 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
03 - 3 tbsp mayonnaise
04 - 1 tsp soy sauce
05 - 1 tsp honey
06 - 1 tsp rice vinegar
07 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
08 - 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
09 - 1 tbsp vegetable oil

→ Sandwich

10 - 4 slices sourdough or country-style bread
11 - 4 slices mozzarella or provolone cheese
12 - 2 slices sharp cheddar cheese
13 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
14 - 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions
15 - 1/4 cup sliced cucumber (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - In a small bowl, whisk together gochujang, mayonnaise, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth.
02 - Cut the chicken breast into thin strips. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
03 - Remove the skillet from heat and toss the cooked chicken in the spicy mayo mixture until evenly coated.
04 - Lay out bread slices and spread butter on one side of each slice. On the unbuttered side of two slices, layer mozzarella or provolone, half of the gochujang chicken, scallions, optional cucumber, cheddar cheese, then top with the remaining bread slices, buttered side facing out.
05 - Heat a clean skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place sandwiches in pan, press gently, and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side until bread is golden and cheese has melted. Flip carefully and repeat on the other side.
06 - Transfer sandwiches to a cutting board, let rest for 1 minute, slice, and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The spicy creamy sauce clings to every bite of chicken in the most satisfying way
  • It comes together faster than delivery and tastes way better than takeout
  • The crispy bread exterior protects that molten cheese interior like a savory fortress
02 -
  • Do not skip the resting time or the cheese will ooze out when you cut into it
  • Medium heat is crucial because high heat burns the bread before the cheese melts
  • Use a spatula to press down gently while cooking for even better contact with the pan
03 -
  • Let the chicken rest in the spicy sauce for a few minutes before assembling for deeper flavor
  • Use a panini press if you have one for extra crispy, evenly pressed sandwiches
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