Chicken Pesto Sandwich Recipe
Indulge in the delicious flavors of a Chicken Pesto Sandwich. Warm ciabatta rolls filled with seasoned chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and a creamy pesto spread make this a perfect meal for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1 pound)
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
For the Sandwiches:
- 4 ciabatta rolls (sliced in half horizontally)
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise (divided, optional)
- ⅓ cup pesto (divided)
- 6 ounces fresh mozzarella (sliced)
- 4 Roma tomatoes (sliced)
- Avocado oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice chicken breasts horizontally to create 4 cutlets. Season with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet until internal temperature reaches 160°F.
- Toast the Ciabatta: Toast the rolls in the skillet until golden.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread mayonnaise and pesto on the ciabatta halves. Layer chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, and pesto-coated rolls.
- Cook the Sandwiches: Brush with avocado oil and cook in the skillet until cheese melts.
Notes
- Leftovers: Refrigerate any leftover sandwiches for one day.
- Reheating: For best results, wrap sandwiches in foil and heat in the oven until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 541 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 892mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.03g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 77mg
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