Experience the irresistible flavors of Italy with these Tuscan Chicken Sandwiches, a gourmet twist on classic handheld fare. Tender, golden-brown chicken fillets are marinated with a blend of olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and oregano for a burst of Mediterranean essence. Topped with a velvety sun-dried tomato aioli, freshly made in a food processor, these sandwiches are layered with baby spinach, juicy tomato slices, creamy provolone cheese, and aromatic basil leaves — all nestled between toasted ciabatta rolls for the ultimate texture and flavor combination. Perfect for a quick yet elegant lunch or dinner, this recipe is ready in just 35 minutes and serves four. Add these Italian-inspired chicken sandwiches to your meal rotation for a taste of Tuscany in every bite!
Place chicken breasts on a cutting board. If they are thick, slice them in half horizontally to create even fillets.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, oregano, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make a marinade.
Rub the marinade evenly over both sides of the chicken fillets and let them rest for 10 minutes.
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken fillets for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest.
In a food processor, combine sun-dried tomatoes, mayonnaise, and 6 fresh basil leaves. Blend until smooth to create the sun-dried tomato aioli.
Slice the ciabatta rolls in half and toast them lightly in the skillet or under a broiler until golden.
Spread the sun-dried tomato aioli on both halves of the toasted ciabatta rolls.
Assemble the sandwiches by layering baby spinach, a slice of provolone cheese, cooked chicken, fresh tomato slices, and a couple of basil leaves.
Close the rolls, press gently, and serve immediately. Enjoy your Tuscan Chicken Sandwich!
Calories |
730 | ||
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% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 105 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1359 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.4 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 257 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 586 mg | 12% | |
*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.