Chicken Fajita Melts

DrGaellon's Note:

An openface grilled chicken sandwich with the flavors of a fajita, without the mess. Adapted from a recipe by laughingmagpie at allrecipes.com.

• Total Time: 40 mins
• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 25 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 6 (6 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves , sliced in thin strips
• ½ cup sliced onion
• ½ cup sliced red bell pepper
• ½ cup tomato juice
• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
• 1 cup salsa
• 8 slices French bread , each 1/2-inch thick
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• lime juice

Directions:

1. Heat the oil in a medium skillet until shimmering. Add the chicken and saute until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Add onions an peppers and saute until vegetables are tender, about another 5 minutes.
2. Add tomato juice and taco seasoning; stir well. Simmer until very thick and chicken is well-coated with sauce, stirring often to prevent burning, about 7 minutes.
3. Preheat broiler and place a rack about 6" from heat.
4. Spread 2 tbsp salsa on each slice of bread. Divide the chicken mixture evenly amongst the slices of bread. Top each piece with 1/4 cup cheddar cheese. Place under broiler until cheese is melted and beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Finish each sandwich with a few drops of lime juice before serving.