HONEY-CITRUS CHICKEN SANDWICHES

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During the summer months, our three children keep me plenty busy. So it's a welcome relief when my husband volunteers to cook out. These chicken sandwiches are his specialty! -Claire Batherson, Westchester, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

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Ingredients

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon prepared mustard
1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
6 slices Monterey Jack or Muenster cheese, optional
6 kaiser rolls, split
6 thin tomato slices
6 red onion slices
Shredded lettuce

Steps:

Flatten chicken breast evenly to 1/4-in. thickness; set aside. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the orange and lemon juices, honey, oil, mustard, poultry seasoning and cayenne pepper. Add chicken breasts; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 6-8 hours or overnight. , Drain; discard marinade. Grill, uncovered, over medium-low heat, turning occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until juices run clear. If desired, top each chicken breast with a slice of cheese and grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese begins to melt. Serve on rolls with tomato, onion and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 388 calories, Fat 8g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 602mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges