Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Chicken Pesto Sandwich recipe! Featuring tender, pan-seared chicken breasts seasoned to perfection, this sandwich combines the creamy richness of basil pesto with fresh, juicy tomato slices and peppery arugula for a burst of vibrant flavor. Gooey, melted mozzarella cheese nestles perfectly atop a toasted ciabatta roll, providing the ideal companion to the savory chicken. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this recipe makes a hearty, gourmet lunch or dinner option that’s perfect for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Whether you’re a pesto lover or simply seeking a fresh twist on a classic sandwich, this Chicken Pesto Sandwich is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Basil pesto
- 4 slices Mozzarella cheese
- 1 large Tomato
- 4 pieces Ciabatta rolls
- 1 cup Arugula
Instructions
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes. Then, slice each breast into strips.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the pesto spread by stirring the basil pesto to ensure it's well-mixed.
Slice the tomato into thin rounds.
Slice the ciabatta rolls in half and toast them lightly under the broiler or in a toaster.
Spread about 2 tablespoons of pesto on the bottom half of each ciabatta roll.
Place a slice of mozzarella cheese over the pesto on each roll.
Layer the sliced chicken over the mozzarella followed by tomato slices and a handful of arugula.
Top with the other half of the ciabatta roll, pressing gently.
Serve the sandwiches warm and enjoy your delicious chicken pesto creation!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2600 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 124.1 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 397 mg | 132% | |
| Sodium | 6339 mg | 276% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.7 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.2 g | ||
| Protein | 178.4 g | 357% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1389 mg | 107% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 2318 mg | 49% | |
*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.
