Chipotle Chicken and Cotija Sliders

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 4

Spicy and flavorful Chipotle Chicken and Cotija Sliders

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

262

Sugar

Fat

If you're looking for a quick and flavorful meal or snack, look no further than these Chipotle Chicken and Cotija Sliders. The chicken is seasoned with chipotle powder and topped with tangy Cotija cheese, then served on toasted slider rolls with tomatillo salsa. These sliders are perfect for a summer BBQ, game day, or even a weeknight dinner. They're easy to make and can be cooked indoors or outdoors.

Instructions

1.	Preheat an outdoor grill or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat.
2.	Brush chicken breasts with olive oil, then season with chipotle powder and salt.
3.	Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
4.	Top each chicken breast with 3 slices of Cotija cheese and continue cooking until cheese melts.
5.	Spread tomatillo salsa on slider rolls, then add chicken and serve immediately.

PROS

These sliders are packed with flavor and perfect for a quick and easy meal or snack.

The chipotle and Cotija cheese give the chicken a delicious, tangy kick.

They’re also easy to make and can be cooked indoors or outdoors.

CONS

The sliders can be messy to eat if too much tomatillo salsa is used.

Also, they are high in sodium due to the chipotle powder and Cotija cheese, so should be enjoyed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a high-protein food that can help with muscle growth and maintenance.
Chipotle powder has been linked to aiding in digestion and reducing inflammation.
Tomatillos contain significant amounts of vitamin C and potassium.

	2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
	1 teaspoon olive oil
	1/2 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	6 slices Cotija cheese
	1/4 cup tomatillo salsa
	6 slider rolls , split and toasted