Santa Fe Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Mesquite Grilled Marinated Chicken Basted with our Signature BBQ Sauce, Topped with Monterey Jack and Cheddar Cheese, Sliced Tomato and Red Onions. Served on a Toasted Brioche Bun with a side of BBQ Sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinate the Chicken
- 1
Prepare Marinade
In a large bowl, mix together olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
Grill the Chicken
- 3
Preheat Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- 4
Grill Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade and place on the grill. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 5
Baste with BBQ Sauce
During the last few minutes of grilling, baste each piece of chicken with BBQ sauce and add a slice of Monterey Jack and a slice of Cheddar cheese on top to melt.



