Description
A hearty and flavorful Mexican-inspired sandwich featuring tender, braised chicken thighs in a savory tomato sauce, served on crispy garlic-buttered bolillo rolls with melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 4 to 6 small bolillo rolls (or French baguettes/hard rolls)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded Oaxaca cheese, Monterey Jack, or Mozzarella
- Optional toppings: sliced avocado, pickled jalapeños, crema, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Pat chicken thighs dry and season generously with salt, pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Heat 1.5 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken in a single layer for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove chicken and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté chopped onion until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Return chicken to the pan. Add diced tomatoes and chicken broth. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes until chicken is tender. Uncover and let excess liquid reduce.
- Slice bolillo rolls in half horizontally. Brush cut sides with remaining 1.5 tablespoons of butter. Toast cut-side down in a skillet or toaster oven until golden and crisp.
- Assemble sandwiches by placing chicken mixture on toasted rolls, topping with cheese, and melting under a broiler for 1-2 minutes if desired. Add optional toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
Use chicken thighs for juiciness; breasts may dry out. Toast bread thoroughly to prevent sogginess. Assemble sandwiches just before eating. Chicken filling can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
Keywords: chicken torta, mexican sandwich, bolillo rolls, easy dinner, meal prep, comfort food, garlic butter chicken