Chicken Torta Recipe
Make Chicken Torta Recipe in just 1h 15m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken
For the Torta Assembly
For the Garnish
Method
Cooking the Chicken
- 1
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat them evenly. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- 3
- 4
Shred the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the heat and let it rest for a few minutes. Then shred the chicken using two forks.
Assembling the Torta
- 5
Prepare the Bread
Slice the bolillo rolls in half horizontally. Lightly toast them if desired.
- 6
Add the Chicken
On the bottom half of each roll, place a generous portion of the shredded chicken.
- 7
Layer the Vegetables
Top the chicken with sliced avocado, tomatoes, and shredded lettuce.
- 8
Add Condiments
Spread a layer of sour cream on the top half of the rolls and add pickled jalapeños to taste.
- 9
Complete the Torta
Close the torta by placing the top half of the roll on the assembled ingredients.
Serving
- 10
Garnish and Serve
Cut the tortas in half if desired. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
