Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Southwestern Chicken Panini, a harmonious blend of zesty and smoky flavors. Grilled chicken breast, succulent and juicy, is swaddled in a warm embrace of aromatic spices, capturing the essence of the vibrant Southwest. Nestled between toasted ciabatta bread slices, each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors. A vibrant medley of roasted red peppers and sweet corn adds a touch of color and crunch, while melted pepper jack cheese brings a delightful gooeyness that binds all the elements together. To elevate the experience, a luscious lime-chipotle mayonnaise adds a zesty kick, balancing the richness of the cheese and chicken. This recipe is complemented by a delightful array of accompaniments, ensuring a complete and satisfying meal. Crispy potato wedges, seasoned to perfection, add a savory crunch, while a refreshing cucumber-tomato salad offers a burst of freshness. Dive into this Southwestern feast and embark on a flavor adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.
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SOUTHWEST CHICKEN PANINI
Enjoy a bistro-style Southwest Chicken Panini without leaving home! Get out the panini grill, peppers, cilantro & colby jack cheese for a chicken panini!
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 1 serving
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Heat panini grill sprayed with cooking spray.
- Spread tortilla with aioli.
- Layer remaining ingredients on half of the tortilla; fold tortilla in half.
- Grill 2 to 3 min. or until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Sodium 860 mg, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 14 g
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PANINI
The cilantro pesto really makes this sandwich different. This is from Cuisine at Home magazine, and it was a huge hit at our house. Luckily, this made enough of the pesto to make the sandwiches twice!
Provided by JeriBinNC
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- * Puree a can of chipotles in adobo and keep in a jar in the refrigerator.
- Process cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, lime juice and salt in food processor till minced. Slowly drizzle in oil while machine is running, forming a paste.
- Mix mayonnaise, chipotle puree, and sugar in a small bowl.
- Spread each slice of bread with butter on one side. Spread cilantro pesto on the other side of two slices and top with cheese and chicken. Spread the other two slices with the mayo mixture and place on top of the chicken, butter side up. Toast in Foreman grill or in a skillet with a weight on top. (Cook over medium heat. When first side is browned, flip over and cook the other side, weighting again.).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 565.3, Fat 36.5, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 64.8, Sodium 735.1, Carbohydrate 37.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 5.9, Protein 22.5
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PANINI
Steps:
- Pulse cilantro, garlic, jalapeño, lime juice, and salt for the pesto in a food processor until minced; scrape down sides of bowl. Drizzle, with machine running, in oil until paste forms. Combine mayonnaise, chipotle, and sugar in a small bowl. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread; spread mayonnaise on the other side of two slices and 1 T. pesto on the other two slices. Top pesto with cheese, then chicken; place the other two slices of bread on top, buttered side up. Toast sandwiches on both sides.
SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN PANINI WITH LIME CHIPOTLE MAYONNAISE
Make and share this Southwestern Chicken Panini With Lime Chipotle Mayonnaise recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Shelby Jo
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine curd, mayonnaise and chipotle chilies.
- Spread mayonnaise mixture on one side of each bread slice.
- Arrange chicken, red pepper, and cheese on six slices of bread. Top with remaining bread slices. Brush sandwiches lightly with oil.
- Grill until bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 771.1, Fat 29.6, SaturatedFat 10.4, Cholesterol 108.7, Sodium 1021.9, Carbohydrate 78.3, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 46.7
SOUTHWEST CHICKEN PANINI
Like Lean Cuisine's® panini sandwich, but don't like the price? Here's our homemade version.
Provided by MARIGOLD82
Categories Main Dish Recipes Sandwich Recipes Panini Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk water, vegetable oil, and marinade mix together in a glass or ceramic bowl. Add chicken and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes, or overnight.
- Preheat an electric grill (such as George Foreman®) for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Remove chicken from the marinade and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade.
- Place chicken on the preheated grill, close the lid, and cook until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- While chicken is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add bell peppers and onion and saute until tender, 5 to 7 minutes.
- Butter one side of each slice of bread. Assemble 2 sandwiches by layering Monterey Jack cheese, vegetables, and chicken between the unbuttered sides of the bread.
- Place sandwiches on the grill, close the lid, and cook until bread is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 807.6 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Cholesterol 113.1 mg, Fat 50.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 44.4 g, SaturatedFat 16.3 g, Sodium 3015.7 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
EASY SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN
Yummy, easy, healthy dish my family loves! Easy to grab from what most of us have in the cabinet and have in 30 minutes from pantry to table. Enjoy!
Provided by Martha C.
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine cumin, salt, dried chipotle pepper, and paprika in a large, resealable plastic bag. Seal bag and shake to mix. Measure 2 teaspoons of the seasoning into a large bowl; add diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, black beans, and corn to the bowl and stir.
- Put chicken in the bag with the remaining seasoning; shake to coat.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over high heat. Turn seasoned chicken out into the skillet, add red onion, and saute in the hot oil until the chicken is browned, about 5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-high. Stir tomato mixture with the chicken; bring to a boil, add rice, and stir.
- Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese over the chicken mixture. Place a cover on the skillet and simmer until the rice is tender and the chicken no longer pink in the middle, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.6 calories, Carbohydrate 38.1 g, Cholesterol 105.9 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 43.9 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1560.8 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
SOUTHWEST CHICKEN
Chicken breasts with black beans, corn, chile peppers, tomatoes. Low-fat, easy and quick. Serve over hot cooked rice if desired.
Provided by Tamcattt
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Brown chicken breasts on both sides. Add tomatoes with green chile peppers, beans and corn. Reduce heat and let simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Add a dash of cumin and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 863.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g
Tips:
- For a crispier panini, use a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet or grill pan.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking the chicken. If you have to cook the chicken in batches, make sure to wipe out the pan between each batch to prevent sticking.
- If you don't have a panini press, you can use a heavy skillet or a grill to press the sandwiches.
- Be careful not to overcook the sandwiches, or the chicken will become dry.
- Serve the sandwiches hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
This Southwestern chicken panini is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, and the lime-chipotle mayonnaise adds a creamy and tangy kick. The sandwich is grilled to perfection, and the combination of flavors is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this Southwestern chicken panini a try.
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