MOJO CHICKEN TORTA

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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h45m

Yield 4 tortas

Number Of Ingredients 35

1 tablespoon canola oil
Juice from 2 limes
Zest from 1 orange
Juice from 2 oranges
4 cloves garlic, rough chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded 1/2-inch thick
4 large carrots, grated (about 3 cups)
3 tablespoons white distilled vinegar
1/2 teaspoon agave nectar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 bunches scallions
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup Poblano Crema, recipe follows
4 telera rolls (round Mexican sandwich rolls), buttered and griddled
1/3 cup Charred Salsa, recipe follows
6 poblanos, charred on a grill or roasted in an oven until blackened
1 1/2 cups Mexican crema
1 1/2 teaspoons agave nectar
Juice from 1 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 ounces large tomatillos (about 3), husks removed and cleaned
3 cloves garlic, skin intact
2 plum tomatoes
1 small yellow onion, skin and root intact, quartered
1 dried ancho chile
1 poblano chile
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon agave nectar
Juice of 1 lime
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • For the marinade: Mix the oil, lime juice, orange zest and juice, garlic, onions, chili powder, cumin and salt in a bowl until combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer the marinade into a large freezer bag. Add the chicken and marinate in the fridge for 2 to 4 hours.
  • For the carrot slaw: In a mixing bowl, combine the carrots, vinegar and agave. Toss to coat and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • For grilling: Heat a grill pan to medium-high heat and lightly coat with 1 tablespoon of the canola oil. Pull the chicken out of the marinade and grill each side until dark grill marks form, 6 to 8 minutes a side. Then let rest for at least 5 minutes.
  • Toss the scallions with the remaining 1 tablespoon canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until charred on all sides. Chop and set aside.
  • For the sandwich build: Spread 1 tablespoon of the Poblano Crema on the bottom of a roll. Then add some sliced chicken, Charred Salsa, carrot slaw and charred green onions. Cut on the diagonal and serve with additional salsa on the side.
  • Peel, stem and seed the poblanos. Place in food processor and pulse until smooth. Add the Mexican crema, agave and lime juice, and season with salt and pepper. Pulse until just combined. Scoop into a bowl and spread on everything.
  • Heat a large grill pan to medium-high heat. Add the tomatillos, garlic, tomatoes, onion, ancho and poblano chiles. Char on all sides until blackened in parts, removing the charred vegetables and chiles to a cutting board once blackened. Depending on their size, each vegetable will char at a different rate.
  • Place the charred ancho chile into a small bowl and pour enough hot water to cover it. Allow to sit until the chili is softened, 8 to 10 minutes. When softened, remove the stem and seeds.
  • Remove the stem and seeds from the charred poblano as well as the stem and skins from the charred garlic cloves and onion quarters.
  • Put the soaked ancho and poblano chiles, tomatillos, garlic, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, agave and lime juice into the bowl of a food processor and blend until mostly smooth. Season with salt and pepper to your heart's content.

Tawhid Ahmed
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This torta is so flavorful and satisfying. The chicken is tender and juicy, and the pickled onions and avocado add a nice tangy and creamy balance. The queso Oaxaca is the perfect finishing touch, adding a gooey, melted texture. I'll definitely be ma


Ansong Gabriel
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I love that this recipe is so easy to make. I can have a delicious torta on the table in under 30 minutes. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Olabisi Temitope Zainab
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the pickled onions and avocado add a nice tangy and creamy balance. The queso Oaxaca is the perfect finishing touch, adding a gooey, melted texture. I've already made this torta seve


Donald. Waters
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I made this torta for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the tender chicken. I'll definitely be making this again.


James Philip
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I'm not a huge fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The torta was still very flavorful without it.


Ak Aksai
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This recipe is a great base, but it's also very versatile. I've tried it with different types of bread, cheese, and toppings, and it's always delicious. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, too.


Kerron Benoit
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I didn't have any queso Oaxaca on hand, so I substituted mozzarella cheese. It worked out just fine, but I think the torta would have been even better with the queso Oaxaca.


Opoku Williams
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The chicken was a bit dry, even though I followed the recipe exactly. I think I might try cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


CHALLEY SWALLIEU
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This torta was a bit too tangy for my taste. The pickled onions and mojo marinade overpowered the other flavors. I think I would prefer a milder marinade next time.


Kevin Ortiz
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I love this recipe! The chicken is so juicy and flavorful, and the pickled onions and avocado add a nice tangy and creamy balance. The queso Oaxaca is the perfect finishing touch, adding a gooey, melted texture. I've made this torta several times now


Aqsa Malik
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This Mojo Chicken Torta is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken cooks up quickly in the mojo marinade, and the rest of the torta comes together in just a few minutes. The flavors are delicious and the torta is very filling.


Ahmed HMDY
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I followed the recipe exactly and the torta turned out amazing! The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the mojo marinade was spot-on. The pickled onions and avocado added a nice brightness and crunch. The queso Oaxaca was the perfect finishing touc


Namukasa Phiona
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This torta was a huge hit at my dinner party! Everyone raved about the tender chicken and the delicious mojo marinade. The pickled onions and avocado added a nice touch of freshness and acidity. The queso Oaxaca melted perfectly and added a gooey, st


Rokun Mia
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My family devoured this Mojo Chicken Torta in no time! The chicken was cooked to perfection and the flavors were incredible. The pickled onions added a nice tanginess that balanced out the richness of the chicken and cheese. Will definitely be adding


Pheeby DA silva
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Absolutely loved this recipe! The chicken was incredibly flavorful and moist, thanks to the mojo marinade. The combination of pickled onions, avocado, and queso Oaxaca was perfect, and the torta bread was soft and fluffy. I will definitely be making


harshit goyal
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This Mojo Chicken Torta is a delightful explosion of flavors! The chicken is tender and juicy, with a perfectly balanced blend of sweet, tangy, and savory notes from the mojo marinade. The pickled onions and avocado add a refreshing crunch and creami