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!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness (about 1/2 inch) using a meat mallet to ensure even cooking.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, finely chopped chipotle peppers, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Place the assembled sandwiches back under the broiler for 1-2 minutes to melt the cheese slightly, watching carefully to avoid burning.

Step 8

Top each sandwich with the remaining half of the ciabatta roll. Serve immediately and enjoy your Saucy Southwest Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1243.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2774.6

Total Fat 147.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 454.6mg	0%
Sodium 4207.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 196.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.8g	0%
Total Sugars 9.0g
Protein 166.1g	0%

Vitamin D 45.2IU	0%
Calcium 1000.4mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 2535.9mg	0%

*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: 47.8%

Protein: 24.0%

Carbs: 28.3%