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Pesto Chicken Sandwich Recipe

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  • Author: Lea
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

A delicious and easy-to-make Pesto Chicken Sandwich featuring grilled chicken breasts, fresh mozzarella, pesto, tomato, and arugula on toasted ciabatta rolls. Perfect for a quick and flavorful lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder

Sandwich

  • 4 ciabatta rolls
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 slices fresh mozzarella
  • ½ cup pesto
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 2 cups arugula

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half horizontally to create thinner pieces. This helps them cook evenly and quickly.
  2. Season the Chicken: Sprinkle both sides of the chicken breasts evenly with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Preheat your grill. Cook the seasoned chicken breasts over the grill until fully cooked through, about 4-6 minutes per side depending on thickness. Alternatively, you can cook them in a sauté pan with a touch of olive oil over medium heat, flipping once.
  4. Toast the Rolls: Lightly brush the inside of the ciabatta rolls with olive oil. Place them oil-side down on the hot grill or in a pan to toast until golden and crisp, which takes about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Melt the Cheese: Place the cooked chicken breasts on a cookie sheet and top each piece with a slice of fresh mozzarella. Put the sheet under a broiler and heat until the cheese melts and becomes bubbly, about 2-3 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  6. Spread the Pesto: Generously spread pesto on the top halves of the toasted ciabatta rolls.
  7. Assemble the Sandwich: Place the mozzarella-topped chicken breast on the bottom half of the bun. Add tomato slices and then top with arugula. Cover with the pesto-spread top half.
  8. Serve: Serve the sandwich immediately while warm and enjoy the fresh, flavorful combination.

Notes

  • Use chicken breasts that are of even thickness for consistent cooking.
  • If you don't have a grill, a sauté pan works well for cooking the chicken and toasting the rolls.
  • Broiling cheese requires close attention to prevent overcooking.
  • Feel free to substitute arugula with spinach or mixed greens.
  • This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh to maintain the meltiness of the mozzarella and freshness of the greens.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Find it online: https://recipesbylea.com/pesto-chicken-sandwich-recipe/