Description
Savor the delightful flavors of this Chicken Pesto Sandwich, where tender, marinated chicken meets fresh ingredients between crispy ciabatta. Perfect for busy weeknights or outdoor barbecues, this sandwich is a burst of summer goodness that will leave everyone craving more. With vibrant colors and satisfying textures, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings back memories of sunshine and laughter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 large ripe tomato (sliced)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- 4 slices crusty ciabatta or baguette
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Let cool slightly before slicing into strips.
- Spread pesto on one slice of bread, then layer with sliced tomatoes, spinach, and mozzarella.
- Top with another slice of bread spread with more pesto if desired.
- Toast in a skillet or panini press over medium heat until golden brown on both sides.
- Slice diagonally and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg