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Chicken Pesto Sandwich

Chicken Pesto Sandwich Recipe

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Warm, toasty bread, juicy chicken and tomatoes, and creamy, melty mozzarella accented by Italian seasoning and buttery pesto.

  • Author: Noura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
  • Category: Sandwiches
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approx. 1 lb)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil

For the Sandwiches:

  • 4 ciabatta rolls, sliced in half horizontally
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise, divided (optional)
  • ⅓ cup pesto, divided
  • 6 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 4 Roma tomatoes, sliced
  • Avocado oil

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken:

  1. Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create 4 evenly-sized cutlets. Pound thicker areas if needed to ensure even thickness.

  2. Generously season chicken cutlets with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add avocado oil and swirl to coat the pan.

  4. Once the oil is hot, sear chicken cutlets for 3-5 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

  5. Transfer chicken to a plate and set aside.

Toast the Ciabatta Rolls:

  1. Place ciabatta rolls in the skillet, cut side down. Toast for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

  2. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Assemble the Sandwiches:

  1. Spread 1 tablespoon mayonnaise on one half of each ciabatta roll.

  2. Spread 1 ¼ tablespoons pesto on the other half of each roll.

  3. Place one chicken cutlet on top of the mayonnaise-covered side.

  4. Add 1 ½ ounces sliced mozzarella on top of each chicken cutlet.

  5. Layer sliced Roma tomatoes over the mozzarella.

  6. Place the pesto-covered ciabatta half on top.

Grill the Sandwiches:

  1. Lightly brush avocado oil on the top of each sandwich.

  2. Place sandwiches in the skillet, oiled side down, and cook for 2 minutes per side until the mozzarella melts and the sandwich is warmed through.

  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Leftovers: Refrigerate any leftover sandwiches for up to 1 day.

  • Reheating: Wrap in foil and warm in the oven for the best results.

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