Cuban Chicken Sandwich

Cuban Chicken Sandwich

I’m fortunate to live in an area where I can buy fresh Cuban bread from Cuban bakeries. The loaf typically is about 36 inches long, which makes four big sandwiches. Cuban bread has a palmetto leaf placed on top center prior to baking to keep moisture in. The texture is crispy on the outside and very light on the inside.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
2 hrs
Total Time:
2 hrs 25 mins
Yield:
4 sandwiches
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds chicken tenders
  • ½ cup mojo marinade, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or more as needed
  • 8 thin slices sweet onion
  • 1 (1 pound) loaf Cuban bread
  • ¼ cup yellow mustard
  • 20 dill pickle slices
  • 4 slices Swiss cheese

Directions

Step 1
Place chicken tenders between 2 sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet until flattened out. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag and add enough mojo marinade to cover the chicken. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or up to overnight.

Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken tenders from the marinade, drain, and place in the skillet. Cook until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a plate.

Step 3
Add sliced onions to the same skillet, adding a bit more oil if necessary, and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Remove from skillet.

Step 4
Cut Cuban bread into 4 rolls. Slice each in half lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Cover the bottom and the top of each roll with yellow mustard. Assemble the sandwich by placing pickle slices on the bottom, followed by chicken, Swiss cheese, and onion. Cut each sandwich in half at an angle, and serve.

Cook’s Note:

Mojo marinade can be found in the Hispanic section of your grocery store. I use the Badia brand. Most Cuban sandwiches are "pressed," so if you have a panini pan or other means to press the sandwich (bricks enclosed in foil), this makes this sandwich even better in my opinion.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

661
Calories
19g
Fat
64g
Carbs
54g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 661
% Daily Value *
Total Fat19g 25%
Saturated Fat7g 37%
Cholesterol123mg 41%
Sodium1457mg 63%
Total Carbohydrate64g 23%
Dietary Fiber5g 16%
Total Sugars3g
Protein54g
Vitamin C2mg 11%
Calcium307mg 24%
Iron5mg 26%
Potassium530mg 11%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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