Description
Indulge in the classic Pesto Chicken Sandwich, where succulent grilled chicken meets fresh veggies and vibrant homemade pesto. This delightful sandwich is perfect for summer picnics or weeknight dinners, offering an explosion of flavors that will keep everyone coming back for more. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, it’s a meal that brings family and friends together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pine nuts (lightly toasted)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 ciabatta rolls or sourdough bread
- 2 ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 2 cups crisp lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp should be 165°F).
- In a food processor, blend basil, pine nuts, Parmesan, and garlic while adding olive oil until smooth.
- Slice bread in half lengthwise and spread pesto generously on both sides.
- Layer grilled chicken and fresh veggies on one half of the bread.
- Close the sandwich, slice diagonally, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 29g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg