Tuscan Chicken Sandwich
Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Tuscan Chicken Sandwich, a savory masterpiece packed with Mediterranean flavors. Juicy, herb-marinated grilled chicken is layered onto toasted ciabatta bread with a generous slathering of vibrant sun-dried tomato pesto, fresh spinach leaves, and creamy slices of mozzarella cheese. Finished with a drizzle of rich balsamic glaze for an extra punch of flavor, this sandwich achieves the perfect balance of hearty and fresh. Ideal for a quick lunch or a gourmet picnic option, this recipe comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a deliciously easy meal for any day of the week.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (boneless, skinless) Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon (or to taste) Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces (sliced open) Ciabatta bread
- 4 tablespoons Sun-dried tomato pesto
- 2 cups Fresh spinach leaves
- 8 slices Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons (optional) Balsamic glaze
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, lightly pound the chicken breasts to even thickness for even cooking.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Brush the marinade on both sides of the chicken breasts.
Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips or leaving whole.
While the chicken is cooking, lightly toast the ciabatta bread on the grill for 1-2 minutes until slightly crispy and golden.
Spread 1 tablespoon of sun-dried tomato pesto on the bottom half of each ciabatta slice.
Layer fresh spinach leaves on top of the pesto, followed by the sliced chicken, two slices of fresh mozzarella, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze (if using).
Place the top half of the ciabatta over the fillings to assemble the sandwich. Press gently to hold everything together.
Serve immediately, or wrap in parchment paper for a picnic or on-the-go meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 105.4 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.0 g | 205% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 385 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 5654 mg | 246% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.9 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 126.2 g | 252% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1299 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1624 mg | 35% | |
*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.
