Mexican Style Chicken Sandwiches

Sink your teeth into the bold and zesty flavors of Mexican Style Chicken Sandwiches, a mouthwatering creation that's perfect for your next lunch or dinner. Juicy, marinated chicken breasts are infused with a tangy lime and spice blend, then seared to perfection on a grill pan for that smoky, charred finish. Layered on toasted ciabatta buns, these sandwiches come alive with creamy, homemade chipotle mayo, crisp lettuce, melty cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings like ripe avocado, juicy tomato slices, and crunchy red onion. Ideal for satisfying cravings in under 40 minutes, this recipe is a harmonious blend of textures and bold Mexican-inspired flavors. Serve these sandwiches with a side of fries or a simple salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 4 pieces Ciabatta buns
• 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
• 1 large Tomato
• 0.5 sliced Red onion
• 1 sliced Avocado
• 4 slices Cheddar cheese

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 2

Place chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish and pour the marinade over the chicken. Toss to coat evenly and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.

Step 3

While the chicken is marinating, prepare the chipotle mayo by blending chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and mayonnaise in a food processor or blender until smooth. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat. Cook marinated chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Lightly toast the ciabatta buns on the grill pan or under a broiler for 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

Assemble the sandwiches: spread a generous layer of chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Add a lettuce leaf, a slice of cheddar cheese, and a cooked chicken breast.

Step 7

Top the chicken with slices of tomato, red onion, and avocado. Add the top half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Mexican Style Chicken Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1169 grams (1169.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2837

Total Fat 163.10g	209%
Saturated Fat 32.90g	165%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.20g
Cholesterol 404mg	135%
Sodium 6697mg	291%
Total Carbohydrate 230.20g	84%
Dietary Fiber 14.20g	51%
Total Sugars 21.70g
Protein 120.10g	240%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 595mg	46%
Iron 13mg	73%
Potassium 1973mg	42%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.2%

Protein: 16.7%

Carbs: 32.1%