Description
Succulent chicken meets zesty pesto in this mouthwatering sandwich masterpiece that promises delightful Mediterranean flavors. Crisp ingredients and smooth textures combine for a quick lunch option you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 slices bread
- 4 oz chicken breast
- 2 tbsp pesto sauce
Cheese:
- 1 slice provolone cheese
Condiments and Garnishes:
- 1 tsp mayonnaise
- 2 leaves fresh basil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F, approximately 6-8 minutes per side.
- Allow the cooked chicken to rest for 3-4 minutes, then slice thinly against the grain.
- Toast the bread slices until golden brown and crisp, creating a sturdy base for the sandwich.
- Spread mayonnaise evenly on one side of each toasted bread slice, creating a smooth, creamy layer.
- Generously spread pesto sauce across one slice of bread, ensuring complete coverage.
- Layer the sliced chicken breast uniformly over the pesto-covered bread slice.
- Place the provolone cheese on top of the chicken, allowing it to slightly melt from the residual heat.
- Sprinkle salt and black pepper over the cheese for enhanced flavor.
- Delicately tear fresh basil leaves and scatter them across the sandwich.
- Carefully place the second slice of bread on top, mayonnaise side down, to complete the sandwich.
- Cut the sandwich diagonally and serve immediately while ingredients are still warm and cheese is soft.
Notes
- Keep chicken moist by avoiding overcooking, using a meat thermometer ensures perfect doneness without drying out the meat.
- Choose high-quality pesto with fresh basil and good olive oil for maximum flavor intensity and authentic taste.
- Experiment with different bread types like ciabatta, sourdough, or whole wheat for varied texture and nutritional profiles.
- For gluten-free option, swap regular bread with gluten-free alternatives or use lettuce wraps to create a low-carb version of the sandwich.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg