Feta-Brined Chicken Sandwiches

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The secret to incredibly flavorful chicken cutlets is a quick marinade in feta brine in advance of grilling. Food & Wine’s Justin Chapple then whips the feta cheese with lemon juice and olive oil to use as a spread for the excellent sandwiches here. Slideshow: More Eggplant Recipes 

By Justin Chapple
March 2017

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Credit: © John Kernick

Recipe Summary

active:
30 mins
total:
1 hr
Yield:
4
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Ingredients

Directions

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, mix the feta brine and hot sauce. Add the chicken cutlets, seal the bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

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  • Meanwhile, in a food processor, pulse the feta cheese and lemon juice. Slowly blend in the 1/3 cup of oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

  • Preheat a grill pan. Remove the chicken from the brine and pat dry; discard the brine. Brush with oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the cutlets over moderately high heat, turning once, until cooked through, about 5 minutes total.

  • Spread the rolls with some of the feta. Top with the chicken, arugula, cucumber, onion and peppers and serve.

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