Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsCaribbean BreezeSouthwest Chicken Panini Recipe

Southwest Chicken Panini Recipe

Inspired by Caribbean Breeze
Time30m
Serves1

Grilled chicken breast, spinach, tomato, red onions, chipotle mayo, and pepper jack cheese served on ciabatta bread

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Chipotle Mayo

Method

Preparation of Chipotle Mayo

  1. 1

    Make the Chipotle Mayo

    In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped), 1 teaspoon of lime juice, and 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. Mix well until smooth and set aside.

Assembling the Panini

  1. 2

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Slice the grilled chicken breast into thin strips. Slice the tomato and red onion thinly.

  2. 3

    Spread the Chipotle Mayo

    Spread a generous amount of the prepared chipotle mayo on one side of each slice of ciabatta bread.

  3. 4

    Layer the Ingredients

    On one slice of the ciabatta bread (mayo side up), layer the spinach, sliced grilled chicken, tomato, red onion, and top it with 2 slices of pepper jack cheese. Place the other slice of ciabatta bread on top, mayo side down.

Grilling the Panini

  1. 5

    Grill the Panini

    Preheat a panini press or skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, add a little oil to prevent sticking. Place the assembled panini in the press or skillet, and grill for about 4-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

  2. 6

    Serve

    Once grilled, remove the panini from the heat and let it cool for a minute. Cut in half and serve immediately.

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