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Slow Cooker Cuban Sandwich Recipe: Easy & Flavorful
Youssef Hb

Slow Cooker Cuban Sandwich Recipe: Easy & Flavorful

A tender halal chicken base meets bold Latin flavors in this easy-to-make Cuban sandwich, built for convenience and depth of taste. Slow-cooked chicken, melted cheese, and grilled bread come together for a juicy, handheld classic.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 430
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Halal Chicken Breast *3-4 pieces (1.5 lbs)
  • Orange Juice 1 cup
  • Lime Juice 1/4 cup
  • Garlic 4 cloves (minced)
  • Cumin 2 teaspoons
  • Oregano 1 teaspoon
  • Red Pepper Flakes to taste
  • Sea Salt 1 teaspoon
  • Black Pepper 1/2 teaspoon
  • Olive Oil 1/4 cup
  • Bay Leaves 2 leaves
  • Cuban Bread 8 slices
  • Swiss Cheese 8 slices
  • Honey Ham 8 ounces
  • Pickles 1/2 cup (thinly sliced)
  • Yellow Mustard 1/4 cup
  • Butter 4 tablespoons

Method
 

  1. Combine chicken, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cumin, oregano, pepper flakes, salt, pepper, olive oil, and bay leaves in a slow cooker
  2. Cover and cook 4 hours on high or 8 hours on low
  3. Preheat oven to 400°F and place slices of bread on a baking sheet
  4. Spread mustard on one side of each bread slice
  5. Top half with chicken, ham, cheese, and pickles
  6. Add second bread slice (mustard side down) and melt butter on top
  7. Bake 4-5 minutes until golden and cheese is melty

Notes

Monitor slow cooker temperature to avoid overcooking chicken
For extra crispiness, finish sandwiches in a skillet
Use a candy thermometer: chicken is done at 165°F
Substitute Italian bread if Cuban bread is unavailable