Description
Introducing the Smoky Chipotle Chicken Sandwich with Avocado, a flavor-packed delight that perfectly balances spicy and creamy elements. This sandwich features succulent grilled chicken marinated in a smoky chipotle sauce, layered with fresh avocado, crunchy lettuce, and zesty chipotle mayo. Ideal for casual lunches, weekend barbecues, or meal prep, each bite offers a satisfying explosion of flavors that food lovers will adore. With its easy preparation and customizable options, this recipe is perfect for any occasion—whether you’re serving it at a picnic or enjoying it as a quick weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons adobo sauce
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 4 sandwich buns
- 1 avocado
- Lettuce leaves
- Optional toppings: tomato slices, red onion slices
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by mixing olive oil, adobo sauce, minced chipotle, lime juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a zip-top bag. Add the chicken and coat evenly; let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the marinated chicken for 5–6 minutes per side until cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Let rest before slicing.
- For the chipotle mayo, whisk together mayonnaise, adobo sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Assemble the sandwich by spreading chipotle mayo on toasted buns and layering with lettuce, grilled chicken, sliced avocado, and any optional toppings.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 75mg