Best 7 Green Chili Chicken Sandwich Recipes

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Embark on a tantalizing taste adventure with our diverse collection of green chili chicken sandwich recipes. From classic comfort food to unique flavor combinations, this article presents a culinary odyssey that will satisfy every palate. Discover the secrets behind creating the perfect balance of heat, spice, and savory flavors. Each recipe offers a distinct twist, ensuring an unforgettable sandwich experience. Whether you prefer a traditional approach or crave something extraordinary, our green chili chicken sandwich extravaganza has something for every food enthusiast. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your sandwich game to new heights.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GREEN CHICKEN CHILI



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground chicken
1 large onion, diced
1 jalapeño, seeds removed for less heat if desired, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 cooked chicken breasts, such as from rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 cup salsa verde
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cans cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup half-and-half
Cheese Skulls, recipe follows
Tortilla chips, sour cream, cilantro, chopped scallions, for serving
1 1/2 cups whole milk shredded mozzarella

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground chicken and use a wooden spoon to break up the meat as it browns. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon olive oil to the Dutch oven and reduce the heat to medium. Add the onion and jalapeño. Cook, stirring often, until the onions are translucent and tender, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in the garlic, cumin and coriander and cook until the spices are fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the chicken broth, shredded chicken, cooked ground chicken, salsa verde, salt and pepper and use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Bring to a low boil, reduce the heat to a simmer and let simmer, stirring occasionally, 1 hour. Stir in the beans and half-and-half and continue to simmer, uncovered, until the liquid has reduced and the chili is thick, about 30 minutes.
  • Serve with cheese skulls, tortilla chips, sour cream, cilantro and scallions.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place a 6-count skull mold on a baking sheet.
  • Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese into each skull mold. Bake until the cheese has melted and the edges just begin to brown slightly, 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Allow the skulls to cool for 2 minutes, then remove from the pan. Serve on top of a warm bowl of chili. Cheese Skull recipe courtesy of The Kitchen.

GREEN CHILI CHICKEN SANDWICH RECIPE - (5/5)



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Provided by Stacy_K

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ciabatta rolls
2 4 oz chicken breasts flattened
2 whole green chilis (grilled, peeled and seeded)
1/2 cup spinach
1 roma tomato, sliced
2 Laughing Cow Caeso Fresco and Chipotle cheese wedges

Steps:

  • Season flattened chicken breasts with green chili powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Grill or broil chicken breasts. Slice and grill ciabatta rolls. Spread a cheese wedge on each ciabatta roll. Place the chicken breast on the bread, and garnish with green chili, tomatoes, and spinach.

GREEN CHILI CHICKEN BURGERS



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These burgers are a slightly spicy Southwestern style sandwich. I came up with the idea for these burgers one night when I was feeling really creative, and they were a huge hit with my family.

Provided by Kelly

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 avocado, peeled and pitted
½ cup fresh cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
½ teaspoon chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
1 pound ground chicken breast
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded if desired and finely diced
3 green onions, finely chopped
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
ground black pepper to taste
4 slices Cheddar cheese
4 hamburger buns, split
1 cup shredded lettuce
⅓ cup salsa

Steps:

  • To make the guacamole, place the avocado, cilantro, sour cream, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a food processor and pulse until smooth..
  • Mix chicken, canned chiles, jalapeno pepper, green onions, oregano, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat.
  • Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill each patty 5 minutes per side, until well done. Move the patties to a cooler area of the grill to keep warm, and top each patty with a slice of Cheddar cheese. Lightly grill the buns while the cheese is melting.
  • Spread the bottom of each bun with guacamole, and top with 1/4 cup of shredded lettuce and a grilled chicken burger. Spoon 1 tablespoon of salsa on each burger and top with the other half of the bun to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496.9 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 101.9 mg, Fat 23.8 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 38.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1532.5 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CHILI CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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"My husband tells me that these are a guy's type of sandwich. I love that! We serve them when we have friends come over to watch a game on TV. It's also great for a quick family dinner when you don't want to spend a lot of time in the kitchen." -Dena Peterson, LaPorte, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3 tablespoons chopped green onions
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
4 hard rolls
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese until fluffy. Stir in the chicken, cheddar cheese, chilies, onions and seasonings. , Cut top fourths off of rolls; carefully hollow out bottoms, leaving 1/4-in. shells (discard removed bread or save for another use). Fill bottom portions with chicken mixture; replace tops. , Place on a baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 659 calories, Fat 40g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 909mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

GREEN CHILE CHICKEN



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 5h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, or more to taste
2 cloves garlic
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 poblano chiles
8 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 6 slices

Steps:

  • First, make the marinade for the chicken: Combine the olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, pepper, chipotle peppers and garlic in a blender and mix until totally pureed. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag with the chicken breasts. Seal the bag, smush it around to coat the chicken and place it in the fridge to marinate for at least 4 hours (overnight if possible).
  • After the chicken has marinated, roast the poblano chiles one-by-one over the flame of your stovetop, using metal tongs to hold them, until the skin is totally charred. (If you don't have a gas stove, you can use an outdoor grill OR place them on a baking sheet directly under your oven's broiler.) When the skin is totally blackened, place the chiles in a large resealable plastic bag and seal the bag to allow the chiles to sweat for a good 20 minutes. Remove the chiles and use a knife to scrape off most of the blackened skin. Slice the chiles in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds and membranes. Lay out the chile halves so they'll be ready for the next step.
  • Preheat a grill pan to medium-high heat (or use a skillet). Grill the chicken (or saute in the skillet) for 4 minutes on the first side. Turn the chicken over and lay 2 chile halves and a nice slice of cheese on the cooked side of each piece. Turn the heat to medium low and allow the chicken to finish cooking until it's totally done in the center, 4 to 5 minutes. The cheese should melt on its own; if it needs a little help, invert an iron skillet over it (or put the lid on the skillet, if using). Serve!

GREEN CHILI CHICKEN SANDWICHES



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This is a great addition to your grilling recipes. Quick, easy and very tasty! Other toppings could be used in the sandwich but we find making this "as is" tastes great. Prep time includes marinade time. (From a '01 Quick Cooking)

Provided by DDW7976

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
2/3 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 (4 ounce) can whole green chilies, drained and sliced in half,lengthwise
4 slices swiss cheese or 4 slices monterey jack cheese (we think Pepper Jack is the best!)
4 kaiser rolls, sliced

Steps:

  • In a bowl combine soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and oil.
  • Pour over chicken breasts and marinate in refrigerator for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Drain and discard marinade.
  • Grill over medium heat until chicken juices run clear.
  • Top each piece of chicken with a slice of green chili and then a slice of cheese.
  • Grill for about 2 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Serve on rolls.

CHEF JOHN'S GREEN CHICKEN CHILI



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Make this easier version of chili verde using chicken and a tomatillo-based green salsa instead of roasting and pureeing fresh tomatillos. Note that this is a green chili made with chicken and not a chili made with green chicken. Sorry if this disappoints anyone. You can serve it with sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and corn tortillas or corn bread.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chicken Chili Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs
kosher salt to taste
1 (24 fluid ounce) bottle tomatillo-based salsa verde
½ (4 ounce) can chopped roasted green chiles
3 cloves garlic
1 large jalapeno pepper, seeded and sliced
½ cup lightly packed cilantro leaves and stems
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¾ teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt, or more to taste
2 (15 ounce) cans white kidney beans, drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • Season chicken thighs with salt on both sides.
  • Transfer 1/2 the chicken to a dry, nonstick skillet over high heat. Cook until browned, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a bowl. Brown the rest of the chicken. Let cool to room temperature before cutting.
  • Combine salsa verde, green chilies, garlic, jalapeno, and cilantro in a blender. Blend, starting on low and finishing on high, until sauce is very smooth and bright green.
  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and transfer back into the bowl. Combine chicken pieces, accumulated juices, and the green sauce into a pot. Season with cumin, chipotle pepper, black pepper, oregano, and salt.
  • Rinse out blender with a splash of water and pour into the pot. Mix together and set heat to medium-high. Bring to a simmer; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until chicken is tender, depending on size of chicken pieces, about 1 hour. Stir in kidney beans and simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.3 g, Cholesterol 127.7 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 43.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.3 g, Sodium 1281.2 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs are good choices for this sandwich. If you're using chicken breasts, pound them thin to ensure even cooking.
  • Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade infuses the chicken with flavor and helps keep it moist. Be sure to let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the chicken properly: Cook the chicken until it is cooked through but still juicy. Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Use a good-quality bread: A sturdy bread, such as a ciabatta roll or a hoagie bun, will hold up well to the juicy chicken and sauce.
  • Load up on toppings: The toppings are what really make this sandwich special. Be generous with the green chili sauce, cheese, and any other toppings you like.

Conclusion:

The Green Chili Chicken Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its flavorful chicken, creamy avocado, and spicy green chili sauce, this sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new sandwich recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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