Chicken Torta Sandwich (Printer-friendly)
Flavorful Mexican sandwich with marinated chicken, fresh avocado, and zesty toppings on soft bolillo rolls.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Marinated Chicken
01 - 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
09 - Juice of 1 lime
→ Bread and Spreads
10 - 4 bolillo rolls or soft sandwich rolls
11 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
12 - 2 tablespoons refried beans
→ Sandwich Toppings
13 - 1 ripe avocado, sliced
14 - 1 tomato, sliced
15 - 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
16 - 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
17 - 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
18 - Fresh cilantro leaves, optional
# How-To Guide:
01 - Combine olive oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and lime juice in a medium bowl. Add chicken breasts and coat thoroughly. Marinate for 15 minutes.
02 - Heat grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook marinated chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side until fully cooked through. Let rest 5 minutes, then slice crosswise.
03 - Slice bolillo rolls in half horizontally. Lightly toast cut sides if desired.
04 - Spread 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise and 1/2 tablespoon refried beans on each bottom bun half.
05 - Layer sliced chicken, avocado, tomato, red onion, shredded lettuce, and pickled jalapeños on each sandwich. Top with fresh cilantro if using.
06 - Place top bun halves on sandwiches. Serve immediately with lime wedges and extra jalapeños on the side.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The refried bean layer creates this incredible creaminess that holds everything together while sneaking in extra protein
- These sandwiches actually taste better piled high with toppings so you can customize each one exactly how your family likes them
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- Slicing the chicken against the grain after it rests makes each bite tender instead of chewy
- The refried beans might seem weird but they are absolutely essential to authentic torta construction
03 -
- Let your marinated chicken sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes before cooking for more even results
- Gently press down on the assembled torta with your hand before cutting to help all those layers stay together