Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich
Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich layers citrusy, garlicky marinated chicken with melty Swiss, tangy yellow mustard, crisp dill pickles, and sweet sautéed onions on soft Cuban bread. Each bite balances brightness and richness, with juicy chicken and a gentle crunch from the pickles. Ideal for a casual lunch or an easy weeknight dinner when you’re craving bold Cuban flavors.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 78 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 17
- Heart Health
- 65
- Metabolic
- 29
- Digestive
- 25
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the chicken tenders between 2 sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface. Pound them firmly with the smooth side of a meat mallet until flattened. Move the chicken to a resealable plastic bag; add enough mojo marinade to cover the chicken. Toss to coat, press out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours, or up to overnight.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Remove the chicken tenders from the marinade, shake off the excess, and place them in the skillet. Discard the remaining marinade. Cook until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- 3
Add the sliced onion to the same skillet, adding a little more oil if needed; cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- 4
Cut the Cuban bread into 4 rolls; slice each roll in half lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Spread mustard over the bottoms and tops of each roll. Divide and place the pickle slices on the bottom rolls, then add the chicken, Swiss cheese, and onion. Cut each sandwich in half at an angle; serve.
- Calories 619.97 kcal High 31%
- Protein 54.35 g Good Source 109%
- Carbohydrate 66.57 g 24%
- Total Fat 15.05 g Moderate 19%
- Saturated Fat 5.77 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 91.26 mg High 30%
- Sodium 1384.67 mg High 60%
- Dietary Fiber 3.63 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 5.37 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 299.05 mg Good Source 23%
- Iron 5.29 mg Good Source 29%
- Potassium 235.67 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin A 0.77 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.04 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Mustard
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich is a Cuban dinner recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 25 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chicken Tenderloin, Cuban Bread, Dill Pickle Slices, and Mojo Marinade. Each serving provides about 619.97 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich?
- It is a Cuban sandwich recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch.
- What is Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich made of?
- The main ingredients are Chicken Tenderloin, Cuban Bread, Dill Pickle Slices, Mojo Marinade, Olive Oil. The full list of 8 is above.
- What goes well with Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich?
- Explore these Cuban side-dish recipes.
- How long does it take to make Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich?
- About 25 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 619.97 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich healthy?
- Mojo Chicken Cuban Sandwich has an easyChef Pro health score of 45/100. Per serving, it provides 619.97 calories and 54.35 g of protein, or 109% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1384.67 mg (60% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 5.77 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten, Mustard and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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