Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Italian Pesto Chicken Panini, a gourmet sandwich that elevates your lunch or dinner experience. This hot, crispy panini features tender chicken breast, gooey mozzarella cheese, vibrant roasted red peppers, and aromatic garlic pesto, all enveloped in thick slices of crusty Italian bread. Perfect for a cozy meal at home or an easy dish to impress guests, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. With just 10 minutes from start to finish, you can enjoy a flavor-packed meal that brings the essence of Italy right to your table.
Ingredients
- 4 slices thick Italian bread
- 1 cooked chicken breast, sliced
- 2 tablespoons pesto
- 2 tablespoons slivered red onion
- ¼ cup thinly sliced roasted red peppers
- 4 ounces low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Generously spread pesto on two slices of Italian bread.
- Layer each slice with half of the chicken breast, slivered onions, roasted red peppers, and mozzarella. Top with remaining bread slices.
- Preheat a panini press and lightly coat it with cooking spray.
- Grill sandwiches for 3–4 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted.
- Slice in half and serve immediately for optimal flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Fresh ingredients yield the best flavor; opt for high-quality pesto and cheese. Experiment with different veggies or cheeses for a personalized touch. Allow the panini to rest briefly after grilling for even melting.