Chicken Pesto Panini
A delightful chicken pesto panini showcasing succulent chicken, fragrant basil pesto, and gooey mozzarella, perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup homemade or store-bought basil pesto
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 ciabatta bread loaves
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken by seasoning with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Let it rest for at least 30 minutes.
- Cook the marinated chicken in a skillet over medium heat for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the ciabatta bread by slicing it horizontally and spreading basil pesto on both sides.
- Assemble the panini with chicken and mozzarella on one side, then top with the other half of the bread.
- Grill the panini in a press or a skillet with olive oil for about 3-5 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Slice and serve warm, optionally with a side salad or homemade potato chips.
Notes
Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like sun-dried tomatoes or arugula. Experiment with different cheeses or pesto variations to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 panini
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, pesto, panini, sandwich, Italian, quick meal, comfort food
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