Panes con Pollo Salvadoreño
A beloved Salvadoran sandwich featuring tender, seasoned chicken served in a soft roll with a variety of fresh vegetables and a flavorful sauce. It's a popular dish for gatherings and celebrations.
🧂 Ingredients
- 1 medium Whole chicken(cut into pieces)
- 1 large Onion(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 4 medium Tomatoes(chopped)
- 1 medium Green bell pepper(chopped)
- 1 tsp Achiote powder
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp Mustard
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 6 French rolls
- as needed Lettuce leaves
- as needed Cucumber slices
- as needed Tomato slices
- as needed Pickled cabbage (curtido)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic in a little oil until softened. Add the chicken pieces and brown them on all sides.
- 2
Add the chopped tomatoes, green bell pepper, achiote powder, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- 3
Add enough water to cover the chicken. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 45-60 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. The sauce should thicken slightly.
- 4
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the rolls by slicing them open. Lightly toast them if desired.
- 5
To assemble the sandwiches, place lettuce leaves on the bottom half of each roll. Add chicken pieces and some of the sauce. Top with cucumber slices, tomato slices, and pickled cabbage (curtido).
- 6
Serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓For a more intense flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- ✓Adjust the amount of achiote for a deeper color.
- ✓You can shred the chicken before assembling the sandwiches for easier eating.
🔄 Variations
- Add sliced hard-boiled eggs to the sandwich.
- Include thinly sliced radishes for an extra crunch.