Chicken Pesto Panini
A flavorful Chicken Pesto Panini bursting with fresh ingredients and protein-packed goodness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1/2 cup Pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup Fresh mozzarella balls or shredded mozzarella
- 4 slices Ciabatta, sourdough, or whole-grain bread
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper, heat olive oil in a skillet.
- Cook the Chicken: Add seasoned chicken to skillet, cook for 6-7 minutes per side, ensure no pink remains.
- Assemble Your Panini: Spread pesto on one side of each slice of bread, layer sliced chicken and mozzarella, top with another slice of bread.
- Grill the Panini: Preheat panini press or skillet, drizzle olive oil on the outside of the bread, grill for 3-4 minutes.
- Slice and Serve: Remove from heat, slice in half, and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, experiment with different herbs. You can also store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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