Ingredients
– 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 4 tablespoons pesto sauce
– 4 slices of ciabatta or sourdough bread
– 4 slices of mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
– 1 medium tomato, sliced
– Olive oil for brushing
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating the Loaded Chicken Pesto Panini is both fun and easy. Follow these steps to make your own:
1. Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat a skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
2. Prepare the Bread: While the chicken is cooling, take the slices of ciabatta or sourdough bread and spread a tablespoon of pesto on one side of each slice.
3. Assemble the Sandwich: On the non-pesto side of two slices of bread, layer the sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, fresh spinach, and tomato slices.
4. Top the Sandwich: Close the sandwich with the other slices of bread, pesto side down.
5. Toast the Panini: Heat the skillet again or use a panini press. Brush the outside of the sandwiches with olive oil. Place the sandwiches in the skillet or press and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
6. Serve: Once toasted, remove the panini from the skillet. Let them cool for a minute, then slice in half and serve warm.
These steps will guide you in creating a delicious Loaded Chicken Pesto Panini that is sure to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 590 kcal
- Fat: 28g
- Protein: 37g