Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Cooking Instructions
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch (1.2cm) thickness. Drizzle with 1 tbsp (15ml) of olive oil. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning blend evenly over both sides of the chicken.
- Preheat a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat until smoking hot. Add the seasoned chicken and cook without moving for 4-5 minutes to develop distinct grill marks. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove, let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thick strips.
- Place the 1 cup (115g) of shredded Oaxaca cheese in a small non-stick skillet over medium-low heat until beautifully melted and glossy. Alternatively, melt it directly over the chicken strips in the pan during the final minute of cooking.
- Slice the 2 bolillo rolls in half horizontally. Spread the cut sides with 1 tbsp (15g) of softened butter. Toast them face down in a skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until a crispy, deep golden-brown crust forms.
- In a small saucepan, warm the 1 cup (240g) of creamy brown refried beans over medium-low heat until hot and easily spreadable.
- Spread a thick layer of the warm refried beans on the bottom half of the toasted bolillo rolls. Top with the grill-marked chicken strips, draped melted Oaxaca cheese, thick slices of fresh avocado, and overlapping pickled jalapeño rounds. Place the top bun slightly askew and serve immediately.
Notes
Always rest the chicken before slicing to keep it juicy.
Shred your Oaxaca cheese from a block for a smoother, glossier melt than pre-shredded varieties.
Shred your Oaxaca cheese from a block for a smoother, glossier melt than pre-shredded varieties.
