Best Chicken Sandwich With Creamy Cilantro Sauce Recipes

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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

CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH



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This Crispy Chicken Sandwich uses chicken thigh meat to make sure the inside is moist and juicy while the outside is super crispy.

Provided by Laura

Categories     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 6 oz each)
1 large egg
1/2 cup Panko bread crumbs
1/4 cup All-Purpose flour
1 teaspoon Salt
2 Brioche buns (toasted)
1/2 cup Shredded cabbage
2 tablespoons Yum Yum Sauce
Chopped cilantro, to taste

Steps:

  • In a bowl, whisk the egg. In another bowl, mix the Panko crumbs, flour and salt together.
  • Dredge the chicken pieces in the egg, shaking off the excess. Then set the chicken in the Panko mixture and flip it a few times to thoroughly coat the outside.
  • Using a heavy and deep skillet or dutch oven, pour the cooking oil into the pan until there is a solid layer of oil in the bottom, about 1/8 inch high. The oil needs to be heated to and stay at 350 degrees F for the perfect fry.
  • When the oil reaches 350 degrees, add the chicken and cook on each side for 5 minutes or until the Panko looks golden brown. When the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees F, remove the chicken to a wire rack. Season with salt.
  • To assemble the sandwiches, add sauce to the bottom bun, then add the chicken and top with cabbage, cilantro and more sauce, as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 771 kcal, Carbohydrate 63 g, Protein 50 g, Fat 35 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 401 mg, Sodium 1911 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY CILANTRO CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts in a light cajun and cilantro cream sauce are best served with cubed red potatoes and green beans or asparagus. Dish can also be served over rice, pasta, or egg noodles.

Provided by Michelle Zaretzky

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 thin skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, divided
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 green onions, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
2 cups chicken broth
¼ cup dry white wine
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup halved cherry tomatoes
½ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Pat chicken breasts dry and sprinkle with 1/2 the Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken to the very hot oil and cook, turning occasionally, until juices run clear when chicken is pricked with a fork and both sides are browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside, reserving drippings in the skillet.
  • Add green onions and bell pepper to the drippings in the skillet. Cook until tender, about 1 minute. Add chicken broth and wine and bring to a boil, about 5 minutes. Simmer until juices have reduced to about 3/4 cup, about 5 minutes more. Add cream and continue to simmer to reduce slightly, 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cilantro, plus remaining Cajun seasoning. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add chicken to the skillet, cover, and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 91.1 mg, Fat 17.9 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 19.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CILANTRO-INFUSED CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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Provided by Food Network

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
5 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1 grilled chicken, reserved from Day 1
1 large loaf French bread
Grilled vegetables, reserved from Day 1
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1 (10-ounce) bag potato chips
Spinach and Citrus Salad, recipe follows
1 (10-ounce) bag small spinach leaves, triple-washed
1 orange, sectioned
Balsamic vinaigrette, store bought

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine the cilantro, olive oil, and salt and process until smooth.
  • Cut the chicken meat off the bones and reserve bones for Day 3. Split the bread lengthwise and drizzle each half with the cilantro oil. Layer the grilled vegetables, sliced tomatoes, and chicken meat on the bottom half of the bread. Top with the second length and cut the sandwich into 4 pieces. Serve with potato chips and the Spinach and Citrus Salad.
  • Combine spinach with orange sections. Toss with bottled balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

CILANTRO LIME GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICH



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A tangy cilantro lime vinaigrette is both a marinade and sauce for these Mexican-inspired grilled chicken sandwiches.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3/4 cup Food Network Kitchen™ Inspirations Mexican Style Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette
4 slices bacon
Vegetable oil, for oiling the grill grates
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chipotle mayonnaise (or other spicy mayonnaise)
4 panini rolls, split
1 avocado, sliced
1 tomato, sliced
1 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
4 small radishes, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken breasts and 1/2 cup of the Mexican Style Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette in a resealable plastic bag. Let marinate at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  • Oil the grills grate or grill pan. Remove the chicken from the marinade. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken, turning once, until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side, depending on thickness.
  • Spread the mayonnaise on the cut surfaces of the rolls. Slice the chicken and add to the rolls. Break the bacon in half and place on top of the chicken. Top with avocado and tomato slices, cilantro leaves and radishes. Drizzle each sandwich with 1 tablespoon of the remaining vinaigrette. Press the tops on the sandwiches.

PERUVIAN-STYLE SPATCHCOCK CHICKEN WITH CREAMY CILANTRO SAUCE



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Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Categories     main-dish

Time 9h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

One 3- to 4-pound whole chicken, spatchcocked (have your butcher do it)
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon chile sambal
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon pasilla or ancho powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
Zest and juice of 2 limes
Freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Creamy Cilantro Sauce, recipe follows, for serving
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
3 serrano chiles, seeds and ribs removed, chopped
Zest and juice of 2 limes
1 clove garlic
1/2 cup mayonnaise
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Gently separate the skin of the chicken from the meat with your fingers.
  • Whisk together the soy, sambal, mustard, pasilla/ancho powder, cumin, salt, lime zest and juice and a few cracks of black pepper. Pour into a ziptop bag, add the chicken and marinate, refrigerated, overnight.
  • When ready to cook, place a cast-iron skillet on the bottom rack of the oven and preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry.
  • Carefully remove the hot skillet and lower the oven temperature to 450 degrees F. Add the vegetable oil to the skillet, place the chicken breast-side down in it and return it immediately to the oven. Roast until well browned, 20 to 30 minutes. Gently flip the chicken and cook until the breast registers 160 degrees F, about another 10 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes on a cutting board. Slice and serve with Creamy Cilantro Sauce.
  • Put the cilantro, oregano, honey, mustard, cumin, serrano, lime zest and juice and garlic in a food processor. Process until smooth, scraping down the sides to evenly distribute. Add the mayo and pulse until combined. Season with salt and pepper.

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