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Panes con Pollo Salvadoreños

Cultural Context

Panes con Pollo is a beloved dish from El Salvador, often enjoyed as a street food staple. These flavorful chicken sandwiches reflect the country's vibrant culinary traditions, combining fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Traditionally served during festive occasions, they have become popular beyond Salvadoran borders, embraced by food lovers seeking a taste of Central America.

SalvadoranSVmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken
3 cloves garlic
1 medium onion
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons mustard
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 medium tomatoes
1 bell pepper
1/4 cup cilantro
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 teaspoon oregano
1/4 cup almonds
1 guajillo chili
1 cup water
2 cups cabbage
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 medium carrot
1 radish
1 cup lettuce
4 bread rolls

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner while chicken thighs are often less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: smashed peas

💰Cheaper: sliced cucumbers

Smashed peas offer creaminess while being lower in cost.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Lentils are nutritious and often cheaper than canned beans.

1

Prepare the marinade by mixing chopped garlic, onion, soy sauce, mustard, cumin, salt, and pepper.

2

Marinate the chicken with the marinade mixture and let it rest while preparing the sauce.

3

Prepare the sauce by blending tomatoes, onion, garlic, green chili, cilantro, sesame seeds, oregano, and soaked guajillo chili with water until smooth.

4

Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet without adding oil for about 3 minutes until it starts to release its juices.

5

Add the prepared sauce to the skillet with the chicken and some bay leaves.

6

Cover and let it simmer until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked, adjusting salt as needed.

7

Prepare the vegetables for the sandwich, including tomato, cucumber, lettuce, and cooked beet.

8

Make a slaw by mixing cabbage and carrot with mayonnaise and a little salt.

9

Slice the bread rolls open and spread mayonnaise inside.

10

Layer the slaw, sliced vegetables, and shredded chicken into the rolls, adding any additional sauce as desired.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraisingshredding

Equipment Needed

skilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatariandairy-freegluten-free

Also Known As

Panes con PolloSalvadoran Chicken Sandwiches

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