Description
A bold, flavorful Mexican-inspired sandwich featuring juicy shredded chicken seasoned with cumin and lime, topped with creamy avocado, red onion, and queso fresco on toasted telera rolls.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 telera or bolillo rolls (or ciabatta/baguette)
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 3 limes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Mexican crema
- 1/2 cup queso fresco or cotija, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from pan and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Shred the chicken using two forks or a food processor.
- In the same skillet, add a bit more oil if needed. Sauté minced garlic and sliced jalapeño for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken back to the pan. Squeeze in half a lime’s juice and toss to coat. Cook for 2-3 minutes to meld flavors.
- In a small bowl, mash avocado with remaining lime juice, a pinch of salt, and mayonnaise/crema until smooth.
- Slice rolls in half horizontally. Brush cut sides with olive oil and toast in skillet or under broiler until golden brown.
- Spread avocado mixture on bottom bun. Top with spiced chicken, sliced red onion, crumbled cheese, and cilantro.
- Press top bun on gently and serve immediately.
Notes
Toast the bread to prevent sogginess. If using rotisserie chicken, skip the initial cooking step and just warm it with spices. For meal prep, store chicken mixture in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat chicken in a skillet with a splash of water to restore juiciness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 35
Keywords: chicken torta, mexican sandwich, juicy chicken, telera rolls, avocado sandwich, quick dinner, meal prep, bold flavor