Skip the drive-thru and make these protein-packed egg white grill breakfast sandwiches at home. This Chick-fil-A copycat combines juicy, tangy grilled chicken with a fluffy baked egg-white “patty” and melty cheese on a toasted English muffin. It’s ideal for meal prep — refrigerate or freeze the sandwiches and reheat for quick, high-protein breakfasts all week.
Copycat Egg White Grill Recipe
Chick-fil-A’s Egg White Grill is a lighter favorite for many, featuring a simple egg-white omelet and a seasoned grilled chicken breast. The secret to the authentic flavor is the tangy, tender chicken — so in this copycat recipe the chicken is briefly brined in pickle juice before grilling. The recipe below is easy to scale for meal prep and pairs well with toast, fruit, or a batch of crispy hash browns.
Why This Egg White Grill Will Be Your New Favorite Meal Prep Breakfast
I created this copycat to give you that same tangy, juicy Chick-fil-A flavor at home. Readers asked for a homemade version and the pickled-brine method gives the chicken a recognizable, tender finish. These sandwiches are filling, convenient, and ideal for prepping ahead.
- Drive-thru flavor at home: A short pickle-juice marinade keeps the chicken flavorful, juicy, and tender.
- High-protein: Between the baked egg whites and grilled chicken, one sandwich delivers plenty of protein to start your day.
- Meal prep friendly: Wrap and store in the fridge or freezer for quick reheating.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Below is an overview of the key ingredients. Exact amounts and full directions are in the recipe section further down.
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts are lean and easy to portion for sandwiches.
- Pickle juice: A small amount of pickle brine gives the chicken that tangy Chick-fil-A-like flavor and helps tenderize it.
- Seasonings: Simple pantry spices such as onion powder and garlic powder add savory depth.
- Lemon: Zest and a little juice brighten the marinade.
- Olive oil: Helps the marinade coat the chicken and keeps it moist while grilling.
- Egg whites: Use liquid egg whites or separate whole eggs; they are baked to form a neat sandwich-sized layer.
- English muffins: Multi-grain or your preferred variety to toast and hold the sandwich.
- Cheese: Cheddar or American melts nicely and completes the sandwich.
How to Make a Copycat Chick-fil-A Egg White Grill
Plan ahead: the chicken benefits from at least 2 hours of marinating, up to 8 hours. The egg whites bake quickly in a square dish, then are cut to sandwich size. The steps below summarize the process — see the full recipe card for exact quantities and printable directions.
- Marinate the chicken: Pound and portion the chicken, then marinate in pickle juice, lemon, spices, and oil for at least 2 hours (up to 8 hours).
- Bake the egg whites: Whisk egg whites with a pinch of salt, pour into an 8 x 8-inch baking dish, and bake at 350°F until set; cool and cut to size.
- Grill the chicken: Grill 3–4 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Avoid overcooking so the breast stays tender when reheated.
- Toast the muffins: Toast to your preferred level of crispness; slightly darker if you plan to microwave later.
- Assemble: Place a baked egg white square on the bottom muffin half, top with chicken and a slice of cheese, then close with the top muffin half.
Tips and Variations
- Use a thermometer: Cook chicken to 165°F, then remove it promptly to avoid drying—especially important if you’ll reheat later.
- Change the bread: Swap English muffins for an English-style wrap, low-carb bread, or a gluten-free option to suit preferences.
- Whole egg option: Use whole eggs instead of egg whites if you prefer a richer texture.
- Cheese-free: Omit the cheese and add sliced avocado for creaminess.
Serving Suggestions
The sandwich is satisfying on its own but pairs well with sides like hash browns, a fresh fruit salad, or a yogurt parfait for a fuller breakfast.
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Proper Storage and Reheating
- Refrigerator: Wrap sandwiches individually in parchment and a layer of foil. Store up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Wrap tightly in plastic wrap, then foil. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- To reheat: For refrigerated sandwiches, remove foil and microwave 45–60 seconds or reheat in a 375°F oven for 12–15 minutes wrapped in foil. For frozen sandwiches, remove all wrapping and microwave 1 minute per side, or reheat from frozen in foil in a 375°F oven until warmed through. An air fryer at 325°F (wrapped in foil) for 12–15 minutes also works well.
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Chick-fil-A Egg White Grill Copycat
A homemade version of the Chick-fil-A Egg White Grill made with pickle-brined grilled chicken, baked egg whites, and melty cheese on a toasted English muffin. Easy to prep ahead and reheat for busy mornings.
Equipment
- 8 x 8 inch glass or square baking dish
- Grill or grill pan
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast (pounded and cut into 4 pieces)
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- ½ cup pickle juice
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1½ cups egg whites
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 4 light multi-grain English muffins
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese (about 2 ounces)
Instructions
- At least 2 hours (up to 8 hours) before cooking, pound the chicken to about 1/4-inch thickness and cut each breast in half to make four sandwich-sized pieces. Combine pickle juice, onion powder, garlic powder, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, and a pinch of salt; marinate the chicken for 2–8 hours.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Whisk the egg whites with 1/8 teaspoon of kosher salt. Pour into the prepared pan and bake about 20–22 minutes, until set. Cool 5 minutes, then cut into four squares or use a cookie cutter to make rounds.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high. Grill the marinated chicken about 3–4 minutes per side until browned and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Do not overcook.
- Lightly toast English muffins. To assemble, place an egg white square on the bottom half of each muffin, top with a grilled chicken piece and a slice of cheese, then close the sandwich.
Notes
To store: Wrap each sandwich tightly in parchment and a layer of foil. Refrigerate up to 4 days. To reheat from the fridge, remove foil and microwave 45–60 seconds or reheat in a 375°F oven wrapped in foil for 12–15 minutes.
To freeze: Wrap each sandwich tightly in plastic wrap then foil and freeze up to 3 months. To reheat from frozen, remove all wrapping and microwave 1 minute, flip, then microwave another minute or until heated through. Alternatively, reheat from frozen in a 375°F oven (wrapped in foil) until warmed through.
Nutrition (per sandwich)
Calories: 384 • Protein: 43 g • Carbs: 31 g • Fat: 10 g • Fiber: 5 g • Sodium: 920 mg
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