Description
Indulge in a Pesto Chicken Sandwich that transforms your lunch into a gourmet experience. With juicy grilled chicken, vibrant basil pesto, and gooey mozzarella nestled in crusty bread, this sandwich is bursting with flavor. Perfect for picnics or cozy dinners, it’s easy to make and sure to impress. Get ready for smiles around the table as you savor every bite of this delightful creation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 560g)
- 1 cup fresh basil pesto
- 8 oz (225g) fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4 ciabatta rolls or baguette halves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill for 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through.
- Remove chicken, spread pesto generously on top, and add mozzarella slices.
- Slice bread in half, drizzle with olive oil, and toast until golden brown.
- Assemble by placing the pesto chicken on the toasted bread; add optional toppings like tomatoes or arugula if desired.
- Close the sandwich, press gently, slice diagonally, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken in lemon juice or balsamic vinegar before grilling. Swap traditional pesto for sun-dried tomato pesto for a unique twist. Feel free to experiment with toppings like avocado or roasted peppers.