Best 6 Spicy Southwestern Chicken Sandwiches Recipes

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Are you in search of a tantalizing culinary experience that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more? Look no further than the realm of spicy southwestern chicken sandwiches, where flavors dance in perfect harmony to create a symphony of bold and captivating tastes. With a carefully chosen blend of spices, a juicy and succulent chicken patty, and an array of delectable toppings, this sandwich promises to transport you to the vibrant and flavorful landscapes of the American Southwest. Embark on a culinary journey as we explore the art of crafting the perfect spicy southwestern chicken sandwich, a dish that will surely become a favorite in your kitchen.

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SPICY SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Make and share this Spicy Southwestern Chicken Sandwiches recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rickoholic83

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1/2 teaspoon chipotle chile in adobo, canned in adobo sauce, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups cooked chicken, shredded
1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
1/4 cup avocado, chopped
8 slices sourdough bread, toasted
8 slices tomatoes
4 romaine lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients in a large bowl.
  • Stir in chicken, pepper and avocado.
  • Divide chicken mixture evenly among 4 bread slices. Top each with 2 tomato slices and 1 lettuce leaf.
  • Cover with remaining 4 bread slices.

SPICY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN SANDWICH



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From thenest.com which featured this recipe from 150 Things to Make with Roast Chicken by Tony Rosenfeld. I haven't tried it but I'd like to (sans bacon of course ;-) )

Provided by ThatSouthernBelle

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 8 sandwich halves, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

6 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
1 chipotle chile, canned
2 tablespoons adobo sauce
2 tablespoons water
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon light brown sugar
salt
black pepper, freshly ground
1 avocado, ripe and pitted
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juice of
2 1/2 cups chicken, thinly sliced
4 slices bacon, thick, cooked until crisp (optional)
1 large tomatoes, ripe, cored and thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
8 slices focaccia bread or 8 slices sourdough bread, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • 1. In a blender, mini-chop, or food processor, pulse the sun-dried tomatoes, chipotle, adobo sauce, water, oil, vinegar, mustard, and brown sugar together until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste and pulse again. Transfer to a small bowl.
  • 2. In another small bowl, mash the avocado with half the cilantro and all of the lime juice. Season generously with salt and pepper to taste.
  • 3. Spread 4 of the slices of bread with the avocado mixture. Spread the remaining 4 pieces of bread with the sun-dried tomato-and-chipotle mixture, then layer on the chicken, bacon, tomato, onion, the remaining cilantro, and the bread. Cut in half and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.4, Fat 21.7, SaturatedFat 3, Sodium 48.7, Carbohydrate 11.7, Fiber 4.7, Sugar 4.1, Protein 2.1

SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 thin-cut chicken breasts (chicken cutlets)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/4 cup buttermilk
1 tablespoon plus 1 cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
6 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1/4 cup olive oil
4 toasted buns
1/2 cup pickle chips, drained

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the chicken breast with salt and pepper and set aside. Mix the flour and cayenne in a shallow dish or bowl. Stir together the egg, buttermilk and 1 tablespoon hot sauce in a second shallow dish or bowl. Add the breadcrumbs to a third shallow dish. Coat each chicken breast by dredging in the flour mix, then dipping in the egg/buttermilk mixture and then finally in the breadcrumbs. Set aside.
  • To a bowl, add the remaining cup of Louisiana hot sauce and 2 tablespoons of the melted butter. Mix together and set aside.
  • Heat the olive oil and remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over a medium heat. When the oil is hot and the butter has melted, add the chicken pieces to the skillet and fry until golden and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Remove and set aside. One by one dip the crisp chicken into the Louisiana hot sauce and butter mixture, turning to coat completely.
  • Serve on the toasted buns with tons of pickles.

SPICY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This is a recipe I developed after tweaking many other recipes. It has become a real favorite in my household! Easily adjustable to your preference of spiciness as well. Also easy to change to your liking by adding other veggies or peppers. Save time by cooking extra chicken ahead of time when making other chicken dishes. Serve with your choice of toppings, like sour cream, guacamole, sliced avocados, sliced black olives, or whatever else you like!

Provided by Lisa F.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
½ cup water, or as needed
1 large onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, partially drained
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
¾ cup picante sauce
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chiles
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
4 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed fiesta-style nacho cheese soup
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring chicken breasts and water to a boil in a large skillet; cook over medium heat until chicken juices run clear and meat is no longer pink inside, about 10 minutes. Transfer chicken breasts to a large plate, reserving pan juices in skillet, and shred chicken with 2 forks.
  • Cook onion and red bell pepper in reserved drippings over medium heat until onion is translucent, 5 to 8 minutes. Return shredded chicken to skillet. Stir black beans, corn, picante sauce, chopped green chiles, chili powder, and cumin into chicken mixture until thoroughly combined. Bring mixture to a simmer and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Pour chicken mixture into prepared baking dish.
  • Arrange flour tortillas in a single layer over chicken mixture. Stir fiesta soup with diced tomatoes and green chiles in a bowl until thoroughly combined; spread soup mixture over tortillas. Top casserole with Mexican cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese topping has melted and casserole is hot, about 30 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.4 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Cholesterol 36.3 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 18.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 1127.7 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

SOUTHWEST GRILLED CHICKEN



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"Lime juice and a splash of pepper sauce lend refreshing zest to this flavorful take on grilled chicken. It's so easy, you'll make it often." -Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup lime juice
1-1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first six ingredients; add chicken. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 1 hour., Drain chicken, discarding marinade in bag. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 4-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWESTERN CLUB SANDWICH



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Categories     Pork     Poultry     turkey     Quick & Easy     Poker/Game Night     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 large garlic clove, pressed
1 small jalapeño chili, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
6 slices hickory-smoked bacon
4 slices sourdough bread
8 thin slices smoked turkey (about 4 ounces)
4 large tomato slices
1/2 avocado, pitted, peeled, sliced
Romaine lettuce leaves

Steps:

  • Mix first 5 ingredients in small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. Cook bacon in heavy large skillet over medium heat until crisp. Transfer to paper towels and drain. Toast bread. Spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over bread slices. Cover 2 bread slices with turkey, then tomato, avocado and bacon. Season generously with salt and pepper. Top with lettuce and remaining bread slices. Cut diagonally into quarters. Skewer each with frilly toothpick if desired and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are best for this recipe, as they cook quickly and evenly. If you're using chicken breasts, pound them thin to ensure they cook through.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh herbs and spices will give your sandwiches the best flavor. If you don't have fresh cilantro or jalapeño peppers on hand, you can substitute dried cilantro or chili powder, but the flavor will be less vibrant.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken is best when it's cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit. Overcooking will make it dry and tough.
  • Build your sandwiches to order: This will help to keep the bread from getting soggy. Add your favorite toppings, such as avocado, salsa, or sour cream, just before serving.

Conclusion:

These spicy southwestern chicken sandwiches are a delicious and easy meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual party. The chicken is flavorful and juicy, and the chipotle mayonnaise adds a creamy, spicy kick. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and satisfying meal on the table in no time. Enjoy!

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