• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Keeping It Simple Blog

  • All Recipes
  • About Us
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
  • All Recipes
  • About Us
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • All Recipes
    • About Us
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    You are here Home » Recipes » food

    By: Melissa

    Chacarero - Chilean Sandwich with Chicken

    This chacarero sandwich is a Chilean sandwich made up of meat, green beans, fresh avocado, cheese and tomato. This Chilean sandwich is loaded with amazing flavor despite its simple ingredients. You can make this chacarero with beef (traditional), with no meat or with chicken as I did here. Anyway you make it, it will be good! This is definitely a unique green bean recipe and a great sandwich.

    chacarero with chicken
    Jump to Recipe
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

    Chacarero Sandwich

    You may not think of green beans and sandwiches as two things that go together but my first experience with this sandwich made me a true believer. Chileans are famous for their delicious sandwiches and this one is no different.

    If you research this Chacarero sandwich or are in Chile ordering one from a restaurant, you will probably be served this sandwich with beef. I was fortunate enough to have ordered this for the first time from a local street vendor in Boston who served it either with beef, chicken or just meatless.

    I always loved the vegetarian and chicken versions so I can honestly say nothing is lost without using beef. The ingredients in this are so simple but somehow they just all come together for such an amazing experience.

    green beans cooking for chacarero
    chacarero ingredients
    chicken on the grill

    Ingredients you will need to make this Chacarero with chicken:

    1. Chicken breasts.
    2. Green beans.
    3. Thick hoagie rolls or a thick bread like Naan that you can fold over.
    4. Muenster cheese.
    5. Avocados
    6. Lime
    7. Adobo seasoning (this is a must and if you do not have it on hand I have included an easy homemade recipe for it below).
    8. Sliced tomatoes

    That is it. This is definitely one of those meals that seems like it is too simple to be amazing but it really is amazing.

    This Chilean sandwich makes a wonderful meal to make during grilling season because the chicken can be grilled outside. The rest of the sandwich is basic assembling and very light preparation of the ingredients.

    This sandwich is so good and so easy that I like to make this all year no matter what the weather. I just use my indoor grill pan for the grilling of the chicken.

    chicken on the grill
    chacarero chicken grilling

    How to make this delicious grilled Chilean sandwich:

    1. Grab all of your ingredients that you need from the fridge.
    2. Pound out your chicken so that it is thin. Alternately, you can butterfly the chicken breast really thin.
    3. Season your chicken and set aside.
    4. Slice up your tomatoes and set aside.
    5. Boil your green beans and drain then set aside.
    6. Make your avocado mash.
    7. Grill up your chicken.
    8. Assemble your sandwiches.

    I love to entertain with this dish because it is really delicious and simple. Most people don't think of sandwiches as something you want to serve to guest but it is actually a great option that is less stress and less formal.

    If I am not entertaining with this sandwich you can bet I will be making another one like my pimento cheese sandwich , rotisserie chicken sandwiches, pot roast sandwich or my Italian roast beef sandwiches. I really love serving up unexpected dishes to my guests so that they get to experience something new.

    This would go nicely with a light salad like a grilled radicchio and arugula salad or maybe a light spinach and mushroom salad. This Chilean sandwich is hearty enough to be a meal on its own if you don't want to fuss with the sides.

    Chilean chicken sandwich

    The sandwich is very filling and hearty so you do not need too much on the side with this. We actually just make this and nothing else when we are making this just for us.

    This Chacarero is a really healthy alternative to grilled burgers and in my opinion even more delicious. Whether you are looking for a unique green bean recipe or a new sandwich to try this will be a hit.

    Pairing Ideas

    This Chilean chicken sandwich is great on its own but if you are looking for some sides to serve with it, here are our favorites:

    • closeup of red potato salad in bowl
      The Best Red Potato Salad
    • chickpea salad feature image
      Chickpea Salad with Creamy Sriracha Dressing
    • chopped kale salad with tahini dressing
      Chopped Kale Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing
    • kale and carrot salad in bowl
      Kale, Carrot and Parmesan Salad

    More like this

    If you love this Chilean sandwich, you may also want to try these:

    • pot roast sandwich
      Pot Roast Sandwich
    • Italian roast beef sandwiches on tray
      Italian Roast Beef Sandwich
    • Spanish mussels in bowl with crusty bread on side
      Spanish Mussels (Mussels with Chorizo)
    • pimento cheese sandwiches
      Pimento Cheese Sandwich

    More Chicken Recipes You May Like:

    • Southwest Chicken Bowls
    • Seeded Chicken Schnitzel
    • Chicken Saltimbocca
    • Lemon Butter Chicken
    • Chinese Chicken
    • Chicken Satay without The Skewers
    • Cajun Chicken Pasta
    • Chicken and Andouille Sausage Gumbo
    • Mediterranean Chicken Kabobs
    • Cast Iron Chicken Breast
    chacarero sandwich
    chacarero sandwich
    Print Recipe
    5 from 3 votes

    Chacarero Sandwich with Chicken

    A delicious yet simple Chilean sandwich that is big on flavor and a great alternative to burgers.
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time10 minutes mins
    Assembling10 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 sandwiches

    Tried the Recipe? We Would Love To Hear From You In The Comments Below!

    Author: Melissa

    Ingredients

    • 4 boneless chicken breasts
    • 8 slices of muenster cheese
    • 4 medium tomatoes
    • 2 ½ cups green beans
    • 4 bulky rolls or 4 pieces of naan
    • 2 avocados
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 lime
    • Adobo seasoning

    Recipe for Adobo Seasoning

    • 4 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon turmeric
    • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
    Follow Keeping It Simple Blog On Pinterest

    Instructions

    • Grab all of your ingredients for the recipe. Make your Adobo seasoning if you do not already have this.
    • Prepare your chicken by pounding out the chicken very thin but not too thin (about ¼ inch thick). You can also butterfly your chicken really thin if that is easier.
    • Sprinkle liberally 2 tablespoons of your Adobo seasoning all over the chicken (from and back) and set aside.
    • Pre-heat an outdoor grill or a grill pan on medium heat.
    • Add your green beans to a medium pot filled with water and bring to a boil.
    • Cook the green beans for about 4 minutes, then drain and set aside.
    • Slice your tomatoes.
    • Remove the flesh of the avocados from the shell and add to a bowl.
    • Add your lime juice and salt to the avocados and give them a good mash until it is all broken up and mostly smooth. Set aside.
    • At this point your grill should be nice and hot.
    • Spray or brush the grates of the grill or grill pan with a little vegetable oil.
    • Add your chicken and cook for about 5 minutes per side or until cooked all the way through.
    • When the chicken is done, remove it from the grill on to a plate and cover with aluminum foil.

    Assembling the Chacarero

    • Place a sliced roll on a plate.
    • Add 2 slices of your muenster cheese to the roll.
    • Then add 2 slices of tomato.
    • Sprinkle a little of your Adobo seasoning on the tomatoes.
    • Add a chicken breast on top of the tomatoes.
    • Add a ¼ of your green beans on top of your chicken.
    • Sprinkle with a little more Adobo.
    • Take the top of your roll and take a large heaping spoonful of your avocado mash and spread it around evenly.
    • Place the top of the roll on the sandwich.
    • Repeat these steps to make the rest of your Chacarero sandwiches.
    • Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 410kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 4157mg | Potassium: 1007mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 723IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 3mg

    Nutrition Values are estimates only.

    See full nutrition disclaimer here
    Course :Main Course

    More food

    • banana coffee cake
      Moist and Fluffy Banana Coffee Cake
    • peanut butter cookies
      Homemade Old-Fashioned Chewy Peanut Butter Cookies
    • au jus from pan drippings
      Au Jus Recipe: Easy And Delicious
    • Slicing boneless prime rib
      Boneless Prime Rib Roast with Au Jus

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

      Leave a Reply Cancel reply

      Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

      Recipe Rating




    1. June says

      December 28, 2022 at 6:56 pm

      5 stars
      I was looking for a recipe for Chacarero that I had in Boston and this was perfect. It was delicious and just like I remember on my trip!

      Reply
      • Melissa says

        December 28, 2022 at 7:02 pm

        I love the sandwiches from Chacarero in Boston too! I am so glad you enjoyed it 🙂

        Reply
    2. Anabeth says

      August 14, 2021 at 1:15 pm

      5 stars
      I have been looking for a recipe for this for a while. I love that it uses chicken instead of beef. So much healthier

      Reply

    Primary Sidebar

    Welcome to Keeping It Simple Blog!

    keeping it simple blog portrait

    I am so excited you are here. My name is Melissa and I started this recipe website a few years ago to share recipes that I have been cooking for family and friends for years.

    More about me →

    Try Out These Easy Dinner Favorites!

    • cheese tortellini closeup
      Cheese Tortellini with Brown Butter Sage Sauce
      Cook Time30 Minutes
    • ham and cheese pasta
      Creamy Ham and Cheese Pasta
      Cook Time20 Minutes
    • pot roast sandwich
      Pot Roast Sandwich
      Cook Time40 Minutes
    • closeup of white wine garlic butter sauce
      White Wine Garlic Butter Sauce For Pasta
      Cook Time25 Minutes
    • cheesesteak
      Easy Philly Cheesesteaks
      Cook Time30 Minutes
    • air fryer hot dogs in bun copy
      The Best Air Fryer Hot Dogs
      Cook Time5 Minutes
    • closeup of blackened tuna
      Blackened Seared Tuna
      Cook Time25 Minutes
    • seared pork chops
      Quick Seared Pork Chops
      Cook Time34 Minutes

    More recipes →

    Featured In:

    logos of publications that Keeping It Simple Blog has been featured in

    Footer

    • Bloglovin
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter

    Featured In

    logos of publications that Keeping It Simple Blog has been featured in

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    Privacy Policy

    Accessibility

    Newsletter

    Contact

    Copyright © KeepingItSimpleBlog