Saucy Southwest Sandwiches
Spice up your lunch routine with these Saucy Southwest Sandwiches, a flavor-packed twist on classic grilled chicken sandwiches. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are rubbed with a bold blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic, grilled to perfection, and layered onto toasted ciabatta rolls. The star of the show? A creamy chipotle lime mayo that adds a smoky kick to every bite. Topped with pepper jack cheese, fresh romaine lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and creamy avocado, these sandwiches offer a delightful mix of heat, creaminess, and crunch. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal, these zesty sandwiches are a surefire hit for lunch, dinner, or any casual gathering. Comfort food meets southwestern flair in every mouthwatering bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Chicken breast, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 4 pieces Ciabatta rolls
- 4 pieces Pepper jack cheese slices
- 4 pieces Romaine lettuce leaves
- 1 medium Tomatoes, sliced
- 1 medium Avocado, sliced
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch) using a meat mallet to ensure even cooking.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 5-6 minutes per side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice the chicken thinly.
In a separate small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, finely chopped chipotle peppers, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside.
Preheat the oven broiler. Slice the ciabatta rolls in half and place them on a baking sheet cut side up. Lightly toast the rolls under the broiler for 1-2 minutes, or until golden brown.
Assemble the sandwiches: Spread the chipotle lime mayo on the cut side of each ciabatta roll. Layer on a piece of romaine lettuce, a slice of tomato, sliced avocado, the grilled chicken, and a slice of pepper jack cheese.
Place the assembled sandwiches back under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese slightly, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Top each sandwich with the remaining half of the ciabatta roll. Serve immediately and enjoy your Saucy Southwest Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 147.1 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.1 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 455 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 4208 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.0 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.8 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 166.1 g | 332% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.1 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1000 mg | 77% | |
| Iron | 16.2 mg | 90% | |
| Potassium | 2536 mg | 54% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
