Chicken Cuban Sandwich

Chicken Cuban Sandwich

A flavorful twist on the classic Cuban sandwich using roasted chicken

Yield SERVES 4
Prep Time
Cook Time
Total Time
Difficulty EASY

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken
    If using plain roasted chicken, toss it with mojo sauce (or the olive oil, garlic, and lime juice mixture), dried oregano, and ground cumin in a bowl. This will infuse the chicken with traditional Cuban flavors.
  2. Assemble the sandwiches
    Spread mustard on the bottom half of each bread roll and mayonnaise on the top half. Layer 2 slices of Swiss cheese on the bottom half, followed by 2 slices of ham, about 1/2 cup of the seasoned chicken, and a quarter of the pickle slices. Close the sandwich with the top half of the bread.
  3. Butter the exterior
    Spread the softened butter evenly on the outside of both the top and bottom of each sandwich. This will help create a crispy golden crust when grilling.
  4. Grill the sandwiches
    Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the sandwiches on the heated surface and press down firmly with a heavy pan or sandwich press. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.
  5. Serve hot
    Remove sandwiches from the heat, cut diagonally, and serve immediately while hot and the cheese is still melted. Pair with plantain chips or a small side salad for a complete meal.

Nutritional Information

620
Calories
per serving
38
Protein
g per serving
48
Carbohydrates
g per serving
32
Total Fat
g per serving
14
Saturated Fat
g per serving
2.5
Fiber
g per serving
3.5
Sugar
g per serving
1580
Sodium
mg per serving
5
Vitamin C
% daily value
15
Iron
% daily value

Chicken Cuban Sandwich is Also Known As

Cubano de Pollo, Cuban Chicken Sandwich, Pressed Chicken Sandwich or Sandwich Cubano con Pollo