Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Marinating and Dressing Preparation
- In a zip-top bag, combine the boneless skinless chicken thighs with pickled jalapeño juice. Seal and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, jalapeño seasoning, and pickled jalapeño juice until smooth. Adjust consistency with milk or half-and-half if needed and refrigerate.
Cooking Instructions
- Remove chicken from the bag, let excess juice drain, and sprinkle Mexican seasoning on both sides.
- Preheat griddle to medium-high heat, add cooking oil and let heat until shimmering.
- Cook seasoned chicken thighs skin-side down for about 5-7 minutes until crust forms; flip and cook until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached.
- While chicken cooks, slice bolillo rolls, butter the cut sides, and toast on the griddle until golden (2-3 minutes).
- Just before the chicken finishes, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each piece, cover to melt cheese (1-2 minutes).
- Assemble sandwiches by spreading creamy jalapeno dressing on the bun, adding avocado slices, cheesy chicken, and red onion before topping with the other half.
Nutrition
Notes
For best results, let chicken rest after cooking before slicing. Store components separately for freshness if preparing ahead.
