Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Enjoy a delightful bite of our Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich, a perfect fusion of juicy grilled chicken, melty mozzarella, and fragrant basil pesto. This sandwich elevates your lunch or light dinner with café-style flavors right in your kitchen. With its crispy golden bread and rich filling, it’s a meal that pleases everyone on any occasion. In just 25 minutes, you can savor this delicious combination that is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt, pepper, Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ cup basil pesto
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices crusty bread (sourdough or ciabatta)
- Butter or olive oil for toasting
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Grill over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let rest before slicing.
- Spread pesto on one side of each slice of bread. Layer sliced chicken and mozzarella on two slices.
- Top with remaining bread slices (pesto side down) and brush the outsides with butter or olive oil.
- Grill in a skillet or panini press over medium heat for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cheese is melted.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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