Low Carb Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this satisfying **Low Carb Chicken Pesto Sandwich**, a perfect blend of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. Grilled, perfectly seasoned chicken breasts take center stage, layered with creamy pesto sauce, fresh mozzarella, juicy tomato, and buttery avocado, all wrapped in crisp romaine lettuce leaves or low-carb wraps for a guilt-free twist. Topped with fragrant basil leaves, this sandwich is packed with protein, healthy fats, and vibrant textures, making it a quick and flavorful option for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, this keto-friendly creation is as easy to prepare as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 cup pesto sauce
- 0.5 cup mozzarella cheese
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 4 pieces large romaine lettuce leaves or low-carb wraps
- 1 large tomato
- 1 medium avocado
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
Slice the chicken breasts horizontally to create thin fillets.
In a small bowl, mix salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Season the chicken fillets on both sides with the spice mixture.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the chicken fillets and rub it in to coat evenly.
Grill the chicken fillets in the preheated grill pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear.
While the chicken is cooking, slice the tomato and avocado into thin slices.
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Lay out the romaine lettuce leaves or low-carb wraps on a clean surface.
Spread about 2 tablespoons of pesto sauce on each leaf or wrap.
Layer each sandwich with grilled chicken, a few slices of tomato and avocado, and some mozzarella cheese.
Top with fresh basil leaves and fold the lettuce or wrap to enclose the filling tightly.
Secure with a toothpick if necessary and slice each sandwich in half before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2058 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 150.3 g | 193% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.9 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 353 mg | 118% | |
| Sodium | 4851 mg | 211% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.0 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 137.9 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 753 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 2316 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.
