Jul 14 2026

'merican Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

choice of chicken or steak, melted cheddar jack, shredded lettuce, tomato.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meat

    If using chicken, pound the breast to an even thickness. Season both chicken or steak with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Cook the Meat

    In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken or steak and cook for about 6-7 minutes per side for chicken, or 4-5 minutes per side for steak, until cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and let rest.

  3. 3

    Melt the Cheese

    Top the cooked meat with shredded cheddar jack cheese, cover the skillet for a minute or until the cheese melts.

  4. 4

    Assemble the 'Merican

    On tortillas or buns, layer shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and the cheesy chicken or steak. Serve immediately.

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