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A black skillet contains two stuffed baguettes resembling a delightful Mexican Chicken Sandwich, with visible meat, vegetables, and fresh greens. Nearby, a wooden surface holds a sliced red bell pepper, a bowl of chopped cilantro, a checkered cloth, more baguettes, and another red bell pepper.
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5 from 2 votes

Mexican Chicken Sandwich

Looking for an easy dinner ideas? Then you have to make this Mexican Chicken Sandwich. This sandwich recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor too!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $7.50 Recipe, $1.88 per Serving

Ingredients

  • 1 Rotisserie Chicken, chicken shredded (about 3 cups)
  • 1 can Diced green chiles (4 ounces, drained)
  • ½ cup Salsa
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 4 Rolls
  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese

Optional Toppings:

  • Sliced Avocado
  • Sliced Jalapeños
  • Fresh Cilantro

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, diced green chiles, salsa, cumin, garlic powder, and salt. Stir until well combined.
  • Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat.
  • Slice the rolls in half and place them cut-side down on the skillet. Toast for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly golden. Remove from the skillet.
  • Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the bottom halves of the rolls.
  • Top each sandwich with a slice of pepper Jack cheese.
  • Return the bottom halves to the skillet. Cover and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the chicken is heated through and the cheese is melted.
  • Add sliced avocado, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro, if desired.
  • Add the top halves of the rolls and serve immediately.

Notes

Use any type of rolls you prefer, such as hamburger buns, Kaiser rolls, or even sliced bread.
You can also heat these in the oven: 
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Assemble the sandwiches as directed in steps 1-5, placing the bottom halves of the rolls on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet with the assembled sandwiches in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the rolls are lightly toasted. Remove the sandwiches from the oven and continue with steps 7-8.
You can also prepare the chicken in a crock pot. 
  • Add 3-4 chicken breasts to a crock pot with the green chiles, salsa and seasonings. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Shred the chicken and then spoon the chicken onto the rolls and top with the sliced cheese. 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 1036mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 360IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 12mg
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