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Kate Ramos

Chicken Chile Verde Torta with Goat Cheese

If you’ve got leftover chicken and a bolillo roll sitting on the counter, you’re already halfway to this chicken torta recipe.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 sandwich
Course: Sandwiches
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 610

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Heat a waffle iron or panini press.
  2. Combine 1/2 cup shredded chicken and 2 tablespoons salsa in a medium bowl.
  3. Slice bolillo in half and spread chicken mixture on one side. Crumble 2 tablespoons goat cheese over chicken then top with 3 thin onion slices. Place other half of the bolillo on top.
  4. Place in the hot waffle iron and press gently to close. Holding the waffle iron closed, let toast for about 5 minutes or until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted. Let sit for a minute or two before eating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 610kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 1005mgFiber: 5gSugar: 7g

Notes

    1. No Waffle Iron: If you don't have a waffle iron you can certainly make it in a frying pan, just make sure you are pressing it down with another smaller pan or a plate as it cooks. I would also spread a little butter on the outside of the roll so it doesn't stick to the pan and you get the same level of toastiness as you would in the waffle iron. 
    2. The Bread Factor: If you can’t find a bolillo, a French roll or a soft ciabatta works beautifully. If using a very crusty bread, brush the outside lightly with olive oil or butter before pressing to prevent it from becoming too crunchy and hard to eat.
    3. Flavor Boosters: Add pickled jalapeños or radishes after pressing for extra zing.
    4. Soggy Bottom Prevention: If you aren't eating the sandwich immediately, spread a thin layer of the goat cheese on both sides of the bread. This creates a fat barrier that prevents the salsa from soaking into the crumb.

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