Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

red bell pepper

halved, seeded, roasted, peeled, sliced

1 tbsp

olive oil

2 tbsp

butter

0.5 tsp

garlic powder

2 unit

chicken breasts

halved, pounded

4 slice

manchego cheese

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 tsp

pepper

8 slice

Italian bread

thin slices

0.5 cup

mayonnaise

1 tsp

garlic

finely chopped

1 tbsp

lemon juice

1 tsp

coriander

chopped

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

Step 1
~2 min

Slice the red bell pepper in half and seed it.

Step 2
~2 min

Place the pepper on a foil-lined baking sheet with the outside up.

Step 3
~2 min

Broil the pepper at 500 degrees for 8 minutes or until black and charred.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove the pepper from the oven and wrap it tightly in the foil.

Step 5
~2 min

Let the pepper steam for 10 minutes to soften the skin.

Step 6
~2 min

Remove the pepper from the foil and peel off the charred skin.

Step 7
~2 min

Slice the peeled pepper into strips.

Step 8
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a saute pan.

Step 9
~2 min

Add butter to the pan once the oil is heated.

Step 10
~2 min

Add garlic powder to the pan and stir.

Step 11
~2 min

Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness.

Step 12
~2 min

Rub the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

Step 13
~2 min

Add the chicken to the saute pan once the butter is melted.

Step 14
~2 min

Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

Step 15
~2 min

Place bread slices on a baking sheet.

Step 16
~2 min

Broil the bread until just crispy and light brown.

Step 17
~2 min

Flip the bread slices.

Step 18
~2 min

Place manchego cheese on half the bread slices.

Step 19
~2 min

Broil again until the cheese melts and the other side of the bread gets toasty.

Step 20
~2 min

Whisk together mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, coriander, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the aioli.

Step 21
~2 min

Spread garlic aioli on the non-cheesed bread slices.

Step 22
~2 min

Slice the cooked chicken.

Step 23
~2 min

Place the sliced chicken on the bread with the cheese.

Step 24
~2 min

Top with slices of roasted red pepper.

Step 25
~2 min

Cover with the other bread slice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Pounding the chicken ensures even cooking.

Use a good quality mayonnaise for the aioli.

Adjust the garlic to taste in the aioli.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The aioli can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad or fries.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Side salad
French fries
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Sandwiches are a popular lunch option.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Casual dining

Popularity Score

65/100

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