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Green Chili Chicken Sandwiches

By: Paula Morigeau 
"'I enjoyed a sandwich similar to this in a restaurant and decided to try making it at home,' writes Paula Morigeau of Hot Springs, Montana. 'The spicy chicken is a quick-and-easy alternative to hamburgers when entertaining outdoors.'"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.3 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (9)

Prep Time:
10 Min
Cook Time:
10 Min
Ready In:
20 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 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 lengthwise
  • 4 slices Pepper Jack or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 kaiser or sandwich rolls, split

Directions

  1. Pound chicken to flatten; place in a large resealable plastic bag. In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, sugar and oil; mix well. Set aside 1/4 cup for basting. Pour the remaining marinade over chicken;
  2. seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Drain and discard marinade. Grill chicken, uncovered, over medium heat for 3 minutes. Turn and baste with reserved marinade; grill 3 minutes longer or until juices run clear. Top each with a green chili and cheese slice; cover and grill for 2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve on rolls.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 5, 2009 by MTCHYG Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Wow this is so delicious. I added lime juice to the marinade and let it sit for about 2 hours....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 6, 2007 by PSYCHGRRL   view full review
Yum! I have been looking for some different recipes to try and this was definitely a change...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 2, 2009 by sourdough girl   view full review
I'm giving this four stars because I think they would be even better with a marinade that is...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on May 3, 2011 by lisamarie78   view full review
Pre-marinated the chicken and put into freezer on OAMC Day (once a month cooking), put...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 4, 2009 by karetha   view full review
The marinade is definitely quick and effective, but could use a little something extra than...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 12, 2008 by Doc's Wife 07   view full review
very tasty. definitely will make again!
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 23, 2008 by MISSMIKE   view full review
I thought is was an odd mixture of flavors. Asian meets Southwest? I didn't dislike but I am...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 7, 2007 by RACHELLE   view full review
This is the best chicken sandwich! The flavors compliment each other perfectly! My husband...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.3 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 13, 2006 by PULLEYHEATHER   view full review
Great sandwich! I used what I had on hand, so we had cheddar cheese and diced green chilis. ...

 

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