Chicken Pesto Sandwiches
Enjoy the delightful combination of tender chicken, creamy mozzarella, and zesty pesto in these easy-to-make chicken pesto sandwiches, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces chicken breasts, boneless and skinless sliced lengthwise into 4 cutlets and pounded thin
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning adds a mix of herbal flavors
- to taste salt and pepper to season the chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil helps with cooking and adds moisture
For the Sandwiches
- 2 large ciabatta bread rolls or 3 sandwich size rolls
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise adds creaminess
- ¼ cup prepared pesto introduces a fresh, herby flavor
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced offers a creamy, melty consistency
- 2 pieces tomatoes, sliced provides juiciness and freshness
- to taste salt to season the tomatoes boosts flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice the boneless, skinless chicken breasts lengthwise into four cutlets and pound each cutlet to a thin, even thickness using a meat mallet.
- Season the chicken with Italian seasoning along with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add the seasoned chicken cutlets once the oil is hot.
- Cook the chicken cutlets until they are golden brown and cooked through, turning once for even browning.
- While the chicken is cooking, slice the ciabatta rolls in half and set them aside.
- Mix the mayonnaise with the pesto in a small bowl until well combined.
- Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove it from the skillet and allow it to rest for a few minutes before slicing the mozzarella and tomatoes.
Assembly
- Spread a generous amount of the pesto mayo mixture on the cut sides of each roll.
- Layer the sliced chicken, followed by fresh mozzarella and sliced tomatoes on each roll.
- Add a pinch of salt to the tomatoes for enhanced flavor before closing the sandwiches with the top halves of the rolls.
- Serve immediately or grill briefly to melt the cheese further and toast the bread.
Notes
Make sure to pound the chicken cutlets to a uniform thickness for even cooking, and allow the chicken to rest after cooking to retain moisture. Optionally, consider grilling or toasting the finished sandwich for added crispness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g
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