Description
Pesto Chicken Sandwich is a mouthwatering delight that combines juicy chicken, fresh basil pesto, and melted mozzarella cheese, all nestled between crispy ciabatta rolls. This easy-to-make sandwich is perfect for lunch or casual gatherings, offering a burst of flavors with every bite. Whether you’re enjoying it at home or serving it to guests, this sandwich promises to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 4 ciabatta rolls
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sear the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Spread basil pesto on each chicken breast and top with mozzarella slices. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- While baking, slice ciabatta rolls and toast them lightly.
- Assemble by placing the cheesy pesto chicken on one half of the toasted ciabatta and add desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 100mg