Best 8 Grilled Chicken Sandwiches With Cilantro Lime Mayo Recipes

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Welcome to the exciting world of flavors, as we embark on a culinary adventure to explore the tantalizing recipe for grilled chicken sandwiches with cilantro lime mayo. This delectable dish promises to deliver a delightful symphony of textures and tastes, leaving you craving more with every bite. With a tender and succulent grilled chicken breast as the centerpiece, this sandwich is further elevated by a vibrant and zesty cilantro lime mayo that adds a refreshing tang. Imagine sinking your teeth into a perfectly toasted bun, generously smeared with this aromatic mayonnaise, and layered with the smoky, juicy chicken. Each ingredient comes together in perfect harmony, creating a culinary masterpiece that will surely impress your taste buds. Get ready to fire up your grill and embark on a flavor-filled journey as we unveil the secrets behind cooking the ultimate grilled chicken sandwiches with cilantro lime mayo.

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CILANTRO-LIME CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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You can use any type of bread or roll for this sandwich. We like the ciabatta, but have used other breads and rolls, whatever I might have handy. You can also pan fry the chicken if you can't get to a grill.-Debbie Speckmeyer, Lakewood, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup lime juice
4 teaspoons ground cumin
8 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1 cup fat-free spreadable cream cheese
1/3 cup minced fresh cilantro
1/4 cup chopped red onion
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
8 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
2 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the oil, lime juice and cumin. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, cilantro, onion, salt and pepper; chill until serving., Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°., Spread cream cheese mixture onto buns. Layer with tomatoes, chicken and avocado; replace bun tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 99mg cholesterol, Sodium 530mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 44g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED HONEY LIME CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 47m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons honey
1 rounded teaspoon cumin
A handful cilantro, finely chopped, about 1/2 tablespoons
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, canola, or corn oil
Four 6 to 8-ounce boneless skinless chicken breast
1 teaspoon grill seasoning blend or coarse salt and pepper
Toppings: lettuce, tomato, red onion, and sliced avocado
1 cup prepared salsa verde
4 crusty rolls, split
Five Vegetable Slaw Salad, recipe follows
Assorted tortilla chips, for serving
1 pound packaged shredded cabbage
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut across into thin slices
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut across into thin slices
4 scallions, sliced thinly on an angle (greens and whites)
1/2 European seedless cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 limes, juiced
1 /4 cup (3 healthy drizzles) honey
3 tablespoons (a couple of glugs) vegetable or light colored oil
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. Sprinkle chicken with seasoning blend or salt and pepper. Coat chicken in dressing and set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Grill chicken on an indoor electric grill 6 to 7 minutes on each side or pan fry over medium high heat in a large nonstick skillet uncovered 6 minutes per side.
  • Slice chicken breasts on an angle and pile meat roll bottoms. Top with lettuce, tomato, red onion and sliced avocado. Spread salsa on roll tops as a condiment. Serve sandwiches with Five Vegetable Slaw Salad and assorted tortilla chips.
  • Combine vegetables in a bowl. In another small bowl, whisk lime juice and honey, and drizzle in oil to combine dressing. Pour dressing over slaw and season with salt and pepper, to taste.

SUMMER GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST SANDWICH WITH AVOCADO CILANTRO MAY



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Here is a great healthy chicken sandwich for one of those warm summer evenings. Serve it with a salad, chips, or your favorite side dish. It is simple, juicy, and delicious.

Provided by Chef Bevier

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 27m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 oz. )
2 kaiser rolls
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter (for the rolls)
1 teaspoon smokey paprika
1/4 teaspoon granulated garlic
iceburg lettuce leaf
sliced tomatoes
1 avocado (seeded)
1 tablespoon fine diced garlic
2 tablespoons diced cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper powder
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Preheat your grill to 375 degrees.
  • Drizzle the Chicken with the Olive Oil and season with the Salt, Pepper, Paprika and the Graulated Garlic. Meanwhile in a bowl mix the Mayo Ingredients together with a fork leaving the mixture a little chunky.
  • Place the Chicken on the grill over medium direct heat and cook for approximatley 6 minutes per side depending on thickness.
  • Butter the rolls and toast them on the grill.
  • Remove the Rolls and spread some Avocado Mayo on both the top and bottom of each roll.
  • Add the Lettuce, Tomato, and the Chicken to the bottom bun -- put the top on and get ready for the big bite -- Happy Summer.

GRILLED HONEY LIME CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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I found this on the Food Network site from Rachael Ray. We LOVE it. The original suggests serving these with Five Vegetable Slaw Salad and tortilla chips. I haven't tried the salad, but I'll post anyway.

Provided by Shaye

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lime, juiced
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1/2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped (about a handful before chopping)
2 tablespoons canola oil or 2 tablespoons corn oil
4 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 teaspoon grill seasoning or 1 teaspoon coarse salt & pepper
lettuce
tomatoes
red onion
sliced avocado
1 cup prepared salsa verde
4 crusty rolls, split

Steps:

  • Combine first 5 ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Sprinkle chicken with seasoning blend or salt& pepper.
  • Coat chicken in dressing and set aside for 10 minutes.
  • Grill chicken on an indoor electric grill for 6-7 minutes on each side or pan fry over med high heat in a large nonstick skillet uncovered 6 minutes per side.
  • Slice chicken breasts on an angle and pile meat on roll bottoms.
  • Top with lettuce, tomato, red onion, and sliced avocado.
  • Spread salsa on roll tops as a condiment.

CILANTRO-LIME GRILLED CHICKEN



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This marinated grilled chicken is not only fast and easy, it's also budget-friendly and kid-approved! Serve with lime wedges and pico de gallo.

Provided by muchemwa

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Whole Chicken Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 limes, juiced
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
1 whole whole chicken, cut into 6 pieces

Steps:

  • Whisk lime juice, cilantro, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a large glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken; toss to evenly coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator, 30 minutes to overnight.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess. Discard remaining marinade.
  • Cook chicken on the preheated grill, turning occasionally, until no longer pink at the bone and juices run clear, about 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 113.6 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 37.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 1925.1 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

AMAZING SOUTHWEST CILANTRO LIME MANGO GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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This is a recipe I came up with while trying to figure out what to do with stuff I had on hand. It was so good my husband asked me to publish it and share it with the world. Southwestern food is my specialty. It is especially good with the Fabulous French Loaves recipe on this site.

Provided by Patricia

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 29

¼ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons finely grated fresh lime zest
1 ½ teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound chicken breast tenderloins or strips
1 medium tomato, chopped
1 small sweet onion, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
½ jalapeno chile pepper, seeded and minced
1 clove garlic, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon sea salt
⅛ teaspoon chipotle chile powder
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 sweet onion cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 red bell pepper, quartered
1 tablespoon olive oil
¼ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon minced garlic
½ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
16 thick slices French bread
2 mangos - peeled, seeded, and sliced
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • For the marinade: Place 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/4 jalapeno, lime zest, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chile powder, and 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small bowl and stir until well combined. Place the chicken breast tenderloins in a large resealable plastic bag. Pour the marinade into the bag with the chicken, seal, and shake the bag to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • For the salsa: Combine the tomato, 1 small onion, 2 tablespoons cilantro, 1/2 jalapeno, 1 clove garlic, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, sea salt, 1/8 teaspoon chipotle pepper, and 1 tablespoon lime juice in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
  • To prepare the grilled vegetables, toss the onions and red peppers with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1 clove garlic in a bowl; set aside.
  • For the lime mayonnaise: Whisk together the mayonnaise and 2 tablespoons of lime juice; cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.
  • Grill the marinated chicken on the prepared grill until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes. Grill the red pepper and onions until tender and golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove the chicken and vegetables from the grill. Slice the grilled pepper into thin strips.
  • Spread each slice of bread with 1 1/2 teaspoons of prepared lime mayonnaise. Layer half of the pieces of bread with sliced mango, 1 tablespoon prepared salsa, grilled chicken tenderloins, grilled peppers, grilled onions, and a slice of Monterey Jack cheese. Top off the sandwiches with the remaining slices of bread. Return the sandwiches to the grill, turning when the bottom is golden brown
  • Return the sandwiches to the grill and grill them until the bread is toasted and the cheese melts, about 2 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.6 calories, Carbohydrate 54 g, Cholesterol 63.4 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 29.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 1291.8 mg, Sugar 12 g

SKINNY GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH LIME DRESSING



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86% less sat fat • 50% more fiber than the original recipe. Zucchini slices, grilled alongside the chicken, pile garden-fresh goodness onto this tasty dinner sandwich.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lime peel or lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash,* cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce for chicken
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 small skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (1 to 1 1/4 pounds total)
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split and toasted
1 medium tomato, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • For lime dressing: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, lime peel, and salt. Cover and chill until serving time.
  • Brush zucchini slices with 1 tablespoon of the Worcestershire sauce and the olive oil; set aside. Brush all sides of the chicken with the remaining 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce.
  • For a charcoal grill, place chicken on the rack directly over medium coals. Grill, uncovered, for 12 to 15 minutes or until juice of chicken is clear when center of the thickest part is cut (165°F), turning once halfway through grilling. Add zucchini slices to grill for the last 6 minutes of grilling time, turning once and grilling until zucchini slices are softened and lightly browned. (For a gas grill, preheat grill. Reduce heat to medium. Place chicken on grill rack. Cover and grill as above, adding zucchini as directed.)
  • To serve, spread lime dressing on cut sides of toasted buns. If desired, halve zucchini slices crosswise. Place chicken, tomato slices, and zucchini slices on bun bottoms; add bun tops.
  • *For added color, use half of a medium zucchini and half of a medium yellow summer squash.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 31 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 sandwich, Sodium 640 mg, Sugar 7 g, TransFat 0 g

GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES WITH CILANTRO LIME MAYO



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This grilled chicken sandwich is downright scrumptious! The combo of grilled chicken, lime, and taco seasoning is terrific. We love the cilantro lime mayo. It has a fresh and tangy flavor. Easy to make, this will definitely be on your summer menu.

Provided by Lauren Perkins-Boyd @Lauren_Perkins-Boyd

Categories     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 - boneless skinless chicken breasts
- olive oil
- taco seasoning
2/3 cup(s) light mayo
2-3 tablespoon(s) cilantro, chopped (more or less to taste)
1 clove(s) garlic, minced
1-2 - limes, juiced (more or less to taste)
- salt and pepper, to taste
- sliced red onion
- lettuce leaves
- sliced avocado
- sliced tomato
8 slice(s) rustic bread

Steps:

  • For Mayo: In a small bowl combine mayo, cilantro, garlic, and 1/2 of the lime juice (more or less to taste), salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate while you prepare the rest of the meal.
  • For Chicken: Butterfly chicken breast by slicing through the middle horizontally to cut almost in half. Open out flat. Brush lightly with oil, sprinkle with a pinch of taco seasoning on each side. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • For Outdoor Grilling: Grill over medium-hot coals for about 3 minutes per side or until chicken is opaque with no trace of pink. For Indoor Grilling: Preheat broiler. Broil 3 minutes per side or until opaque or preheat a ridged grill pan to medium heat and cook 3 minutes per side until opaque.
  • Just before the chicken is done squirt with remaining lime juice.
  • Lightly toast bread on the grill for about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Assemble your sandwiches topped with avocado, lettuce, onion, tomato, and, of course, the cilantro lime mayo. Enjoy!

Tips for Making the Best Grilled Chicken Sandwiches with Cilantro Lime Mayo:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sandwiches.
  • Marinate the chicken breasts for at least 30 minutes. This will help to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
  • Grill the chicken breasts over medium heat. This will help to prevent them from drying out.
  • Toast the buns before assembling the sandwiches. This will help to make them crispy and flavorful.
  • Spread a generous amount of cilantro lime mayo on the buns. This is what really makes these sandwiches special.
  • Add your favorite toppings. Some popular options include avocado, bacon, lettuce, and tomato.

Conclusion:

Grilled chicken sandwiches with cilantro lime mayo are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a sandwich that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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