Chicken Panini with Fig Jam
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Chicken Panini with Fig Jam. Featuring tender, seasoned chicken breast, creamy provolone cheese, and peppery baby arugula, this gourmet sandwich is elevated by a luscious layer of fig jam, which adds an irresistible sweetness. Served on crusty ciabatta bread, butter-grilled to golden perfection, this panini is the ultimate comfort food for lunch or dinner. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick and satisfying meal that feels restaurant-worthy. Whether you’re using a panini press or a skillet, the combination of flavors and textures in this recipe will make it an instant favorite. Perfect for weeknight cravings or casual entertaining, this unique sandwich recipe is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 piece Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 loaf Ciabatta bread
- 3 tablespoons Fig jam
- 1 cup Baby arugula
- 2 slices Provolone cheese
- 2 tablespoons Butter
Instructions
Season the chicken breast on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
Cook the chicken breast for about 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then slice the chicken thinly.
Slice the ciabatta loaf in half lengthwise and cut it into two sandwich-sized portions.
Spread 1.5 tablespoons of fig jam on the inside of each piece of bread.
Layer the sliced chicken, provolone cheese, and baby arugula on the bottom half of the bread. Place the top half of the bread over the fillings to assemble the sandwich.
Spread 1 tablespoon of butter on the outside of each side of the sandwich.
Heat a panini press or a skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, press the sandwich down with a heavy pan or a spatula.
Cook the panini for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted.
Slice the panini in half and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.1 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.8 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1828 mg | 79% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.8 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 50.3 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 521 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
