Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Italy with this Italian Grilled Chicken Panini Sandwich. Featuring juicy grilled chicken, aromatic pesto, and creamy mozzarella, this easy-to-make sandwich is perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy night in, each bite offers a perfect balance of taste and texture that will transport you to a sunny café in Florence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 4 crusty bread rolls (e.g., ciabatta or focaccia)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Spread pesto sauce on both sides of the warm chicken breasts.
- Slice the cooked chicken thinly and layer it on one half of each bread roll. Top with fresh basil and mozzarella slices.
- Close the sandwiches tightly and drizzle olive oil on the outside.
- Grill sandwiches in a preheated panini press or skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until crispy and melty.
- Slice diagonally for serving and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg