Nut-Free Pesto Chicken Melt
Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Nut-Free Pesto Chicken Melt, a perfect dish for those craving bold flavors without the use of nuts. This recipe combines golden, pan-seared chicken breasts layered with creamy mozzarella, juicy tomato slices, and a vibrant nut-free pesto made from fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan, and a splash of lemon juice—all nestled in warm, toasted ciabatta buns. The oven melt transforms these simple ingredients into a gooey, flavorful sandwich that’s ideal for family dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, this nut-free spin on a classic chicken melt is sure to please.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cups Fresh basil leaves
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 8 ounces Mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 4 pieces Ciabatta buns
- 4 slices Tomato slices
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown. Set aside to rest.
To make the nut-free pesto, add the basil leaves and garlic cloves into a food processor. Pulse until roughly chopped.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese and lemon juice to the food processor. Slowly stream in the extra virgin olive oil while pulsing until smooth and well combined. Set aside.
Cut the cooked chicken breasts into thin slices.
Slice the ciabatta buns in half and spread a generous amount of nut-free pesto on each piece.
Layer the sliced chicken on the bottom half of each ciabatta bun, followed by tomato slices and sliced mozzarella cheese.
Place the tops on the sandwiches and wrap each one in aluminum foil.
Place the wrapped sandwiches on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes or until the cheese has melted.
Remove from the oven, unwrap the foil, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 221.7 g | 284% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.3 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 514 mg | 171% | |
| Sodium | 6330 mg | 275% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 203.1 g | 406% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1793 mg | 138% | |
| Iron | 14.9 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1760 mg | 37% | |
*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.
