Description
Grilled Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich is a zesty, mouthwatering twist on the classic Cuban sandwich, packed with marinated mojo chicken, melted Swiss cheese, smoked ham, dill pickles, and mustard, all pressed between buttery, crispy Cuban bread.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 Cuban sandwich rolls or soft baguettes
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 slices deli smoked ham
- 1/2 cup dill pickle slices
- 2 tbsp yellow mustard
- 2 tbsp butter, softened
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour (or overnight).
- Grill the marinated chicken over medium heat for 5–6 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Slice into thin strips.
- Slice Cuban rolls in half and spread mustard on one side. Layer with Swiss cheese, ham, sliced mojo chicken, and pickles. Top with another slice of cheese, then close the sandwich.
- Butter the outside of the sandwich and place in a hot skillet or panini press. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side until bread is crispy and cheese is melted.
- Slice and serve hot with chips or plantains.
Notes
- For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight in the fridge.
- Use a heavy skillet to press the sandwich if you don’t have a panini press.
- Swap out Swiss for provolone or pepper jack if you prefer a different cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1120mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg