Chipotle Chicken Sandwich

Ingredients and Weight:

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts (2 pounds)
• Flour (1 cup)
• Salt and black pepper (to taste)
• Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (1 can, 7 ounces)
• Mayonnaise (1/2 cup)
• Sour cream (1/4 cup)
• Lime juice (1 tablespoon)
• Cilantro (1/2 cup, chopped)
• Brioche buns (8)

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. In a shallow dish, combine the flour with additional salt and pepper to taste.
3. Coat the chicken breasts in the seasoned flour.
4. Pan-fry the chicken breasts in a large skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 15 minutes per side.
5. In a blender, combine the chipotle peppers, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and cilantro. Puree until smooth.
6. Shred the cooked chicken.
7. Spread the chipotle sauce on the bottom half of the brioche buns.
8. Top with the shredded chicken.
9. Place the bun tops on the sandwiches.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 sandwich):

• Calories: 650
• Protein: 45 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fat: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Crisp, pan-fried chicken
• Bold and smoky chipotle flavor
• Creamy and tangy sauce
• Soft and fluffy brioche buns

User Comments:

• "The perfect balance of flavors and textures. The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the chipotle sauce adds a delicious kick!"
• "This sandwich is now my go-to comfort food. It's so satisfying and easy to make."
• "I love the use of chipotle peppers in adobo. It gives the sandwich a unique and smoky flavor that I've never tasted before."
• "The brioche buns are the perfect complement to the chicken and sauce. They're soft and fluffy, and they hold up well to all the fillings."
• "This sandwich is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It's packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• When handling the chipotle peppers, wear gloves to avoid getting the sauce on your skin.
• If the chipotle sauce is too spicy for your taste, you can reduce the amount of peppers used.
• To make the sandwich healthier, you can use whole-wheat buns and low-fat cheese.
• For a vegetarian version, you can substitute the chicken with grilled zucchini or eggplant.