Chipotle Grilled Chicken with Avocado Sandwich

1. 1

   In a shallow bowl, stir together the olive oil, lime juice, and chipotle chile powder.

2. 2

   Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of wax paper.

3. 3

   Use a meat pounder to pound the breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

4. 4

   Cut off excess fat.

5. 5

   If you are starting with 2 half-pound chicken breast halves, cut each one in half so that you have 4 pieces (to better fit the buns).

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   Place the chicken breasts in the marinade, turning to coat.

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   Cover with plastic wrap.

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   Let marinate for at least 15 minutes, preferably an hour.

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   Heat your grill on high heat if you are using a gas grill, or prepare coals for direct heat if you are using charcoal.

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    You can also use a cast-iron grill pan on your stove if you do not have a grill.

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    Grill the chicken pieces a couple minutes on each side, until cooked through.

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    Once you have cooked the chicken pieces on one side and flipped them, add a slice of cheese to the chicken.

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    Cover the grill for half a minute to melt the cheese.

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    Toast the buns on the grill as well.

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    Assemble the sandwiches - bun bottom, chicken with melted cheese, avocado and lettuce, mayonnaise on the top bun.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.