Paleo Grilled Chicken Panini
Elevate your sandwich game with this Paleo Grilled Chicken Panini, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Perfectly grilled chicken breast pairs with fresh baby spinach, juicy tomato slices, and sweet red onion, all layered between slices of tender sweet potato "bread." This wholesome recipe is flavored with a vibrant basil pesto, making it both nutritious and delicious while staying true to paleo principles. With just 15 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of cooking, this quick and easy meal is ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, gluten-free alternative to traditional paninis. Serve it hot off the grill for a satisfying lunch or dinner that’s bursting with smoky, savory flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium pieces chicken breast
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 tablespoons basil pesto
- 1 cup baby spinach
- 1 large tomato
- 0.5 medium red onion
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the sweet potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick slices to resemble bread slices.
Brush the sweet potato slices with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with a pinch of sea salt and black pepper.
Grill the sweet potato slices for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are tender and have grill marks. Remove from the grill and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, remaining sea salt, and black pepper.
Brush the chicken with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil.
Place the chicken breasts on the grill and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Slice the tomato and red onion into thin rounds.
To assemble the panini, take one grilled sweet potato slice and spread 1 tablespoon of basil pesto on it.
Layer with baby spinach, a few slices of grilled chicken, tomato slices, and onion rings.
Place another sweet potato slice on top to form a sandwich.
Repeat the assembly process for the remaining ingredients.
If desired, you can press the sandwiches on the grill for an extra minute on each side to warm them through.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Paleo Grilled Chicken Panini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1315 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.5 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 229 mg | 76% | |
| Sodium | 5496 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.5 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.7 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.9 g | ||
| Protein | 85.8 g | 172% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 431 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1430 mg | 30% | |
*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.
