Senorita Fajita Sandwich Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
• STEP 2.In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
• STEP 3.Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours in the refrigerator.
• STEP 4.Grill the chicken breasts for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Let them rest for a few minutes before slicing.
• STEP 5.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced bell peppers and onions and cook until they are tender and slightly caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
• STEP 6.To make the chipotle mayo, combine mayonnaise, chipotle pepper, lime juice, and salt in a small bowl. Mix well.
• STEP 7.Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
• STEP 8.To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each roll.
• STEP 9.Top with sliced chicken, sautéed bell peppers and onions, and a handful of fresh cilantro leaves.
• STEP 10.Place the top half of the roll on the sandwich and press down gently.
• STEP 11.Serve the Senorita Fajita Sandwiches warm and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• If you don't have a grill, you can cook the chicken on a stovetop grill pan or under the broiler.
• Feel free to add additional toppings to the sandwiches, such as avocado slices or shredded cheese.
• For a spicier mayo, add more chipotle pepper or adobo sauce.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover sliced chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the chicken in a skillet over medium heat until heated through.
• To serve, reassemble the sandwiches with the reheated chicken and toppings.