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Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

Savory Chicken Pesto Sandwiches You'll Crave Daily

Delicious Chicken Pesto Sandwiches with grilled chicken, mozzarella, and pesto packed in crispy ciabatta rolls.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 4 rolls Ciabatta Rolls Substitute with crusty bread or gluten-free rolls as needed.
  • 2 cups Grilled Chicken Rotisserie chicken can be used for convenience.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Provolone or fontina can serve as alternatives.
  • 2 medium Ripe Tomatoes Can be replaced with roasted red peppers.
  • 1/2 cup Basil Pesto Homemade or store-bought works well.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Consider using flavored oils for added taste.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Grill Pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes.
  2. Slice ciabatta rolls in half and brush the cut sides with olive oil.
  3. Spread one tablespoon of basil pesto on each bottom half of the ciabatta rolls.
  4. Layer sliced grilled chicken, mozzarella, and fresh tomatoes on the pesto.
  5. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the layered ingredients.
  6. Cap the sandwiches with the top halves of the ciabatta rolls.
  7. Grill the sandwiches for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  8. Serve with fresh basil leaves, extra pesto, or cracked pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Chicken Pesto Sandwiches are versatile and can be customized with different veggies or cheeses.

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