Chicken and Bacon Roll

A Chicken and Bacon Roll combines juicy grilled chicken, crisp bacon, melted cheese, and fresh lettuce inside a soft roll for a hearty, satisfying meal. The addition of mildly spicy homemade mayonnaise, an optional fried egg, and a touch of chilli jam creates layers of flavour and texture that elevate this classic fast-food favourite.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings Rolls

Ingredients

Rolls:

2 large white rolls soft
2 medium chicken breasts
4 rashers streaky bacon
2 slices cheddar
2 large eggs free range
2 small lettuce leaves
2 tsp chilli jam
1 tbsp cooking oil
salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Mildly Spicy Mayonnaise:

Instructions

Prepare the Spicy Mayonnaise:

Place the mayonnaise in a small bowl.
4 tbsp mayonnaise
Add the chilli sauce, smoked paprika, lemon juice and garlic powder.
1 tsp chilli sauce, ¼ tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp lemon juice, ¼ tsp garlic powder
Mix well until smooth. Set aside.

Cook the Filling:

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2 medium chicken breasts, salt, black pepper
Grill the chicken for 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through.
Add the bacon to the grill during the last few minutes. Cook until crisp at the edges.
4 rashers streaky bacon
Remove the chicken and bacon. Rest the chicken for 2 minutes.
Heat the frying pan over medium heat and add the oil.
1 tbsp cooking oil
Crack the eggs into the pan. Fry until the whites are set and the yolks remain soft, if preferred.
2 large eggs

Assemble the Rolls:

Slice the rolls open.
2 large white rolls
Spread the prepared spicy mayonnaise on the base halves.
Add lettuce leaves.
2 small lettuce leaves
Place the grilled chicken breast on top.
Lay the cheese slice over the hot chicken so it melts slightly.
2 slices cheddar
Add the fried egg if using.
Top with the bacon rashers.
Spoon a small amount of chilli jam over the bacon if desired.
2 tsp chilli jam
Close with the roll lids and serve immediately.

Equipment

Notes

Notes:

Brioche rolls give a richer flavour.

Turkey breast can replace chicken if preferred.

Add sliced tomato for extra freshness.

Increase the chilli sauce for a hotter mayonnaise.

Nutrition