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Grilled Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich Recipe

Grilled Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes (not including marinating)
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling, Pressed Sandwich
  • Cuisine: Cuban-American
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

Indulge in the flavors of Cuba with this Grilled Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich. Tender, marinated grilled chicken layered with Swiss cheese, ham, pickles, and mustard, all pressed between crispy bread slices. A delightful blend of tangy, savory, and cheesy goodness!


Ingredients

Scale

    Chicken:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup mojo marinade (orange juice, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, cumin)
  • Sandwich:

  • 4 Cuban sandwich rolls or soft hoagie rolls
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese
  • 1 cup sliced deli ham
  • 1/2 cup dill pickles, sliced lengthwise
  • 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
  • 2 tablespoons butter, softened


Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts: Even thickness and marinate in mojo.
  2. Grill the chicken: Cook until 165°F, then slice thinly.
  3. Prepare the sandwich: Layer cheese, chicken, ham, pickles, and mustard.
  4. Grill the sandwich: Press on griddle until golden and cheese melts.
  5. Serve: Slice and enjoy hot!

Notes

  • Substitute sour orange juice if needed.
  • Garlic aioli can enhance the marinade’s flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1120mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 105mg