Description
This Grilled Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich is a flavorful twist on the classic Cuban sandwich, featuring juicy mojo-marinated grilled chicken breasts, Swiss cheese, ham, and pickles, all pressed to crispy perfection in a sandwich roll with a touch of mustard. It’s a satisfying meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Marinade
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Mojo marinade
Sandwich Components
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 slices ham
- 8 slices pickles
- 4 sandwich rolls
- Mustard, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in a shallow dish or resealable bag, and pour 1 cup of Mojo marinade over them. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated, then cover or seal and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to infuse.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and grill them until fully cooked through, approximately 6 to 8 minutes per side depending on thickness. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C). Remove from grill and let rest briefly.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice the sandwich rolls horizontally. On the bottom half of each roll, layer 1 slice of Swiss cheese, 2 slices of ham, 2 slices of pickles, and a grilled chicken breast. Spread mustard on the top half of the rolls to taste and place on top of the stacked ingredients.
- Press the Sandwiches: Preheat a panini press or grill pan. Place each assembled sandwich in the press or on the grill pan and cook until the bread is toasted and crispy, and the Swiss cheese is melted, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Serve: Remove the sandwiches from the press, slice if desired, and serve hot. Enjoy the melty, tangy, and savory flavors of this Cuban-inspired grilled chicken sandwich.
Notes
- Marinate chicken for longer than 1 hour if time allows for more intense flavor infusion.
- If you don’t have a panini press, you can press sandwiches with a heavy skillet on the stovetop using a spatula or foil-wrapped brick.
- Mojo marinade typically contains citrus, garlic, and herbs – if unavailable, you can make a quick version with orange juice, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and cumin.
- To further replicate classic Cuban sandwiches, try adding a thin layer of yellow mustard inside the roll before layering ingredients.
- Leftover grilled chicken can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Cuban
