Chicken Pesto Sandwich

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    30 mins

  • Servings

    1 to 2 servings

  • Calories

    2010 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course

  • Cuisine

    American

Chicken Pesto Sandwich

This chicken pesto sandwich is a simple but filling recipe that makes for the perfect lunch! A toasted ciabatta loaf loaded with mayonnaise, pesto, melty provolone, juicy chicken, and shredded lettuce, this cafe-style ciabatta sandwich is also perfect for making ahead of time for an easy grab-and-go meal.

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

For the Sandwich

  • 1 loaf ciabatta piccolo bread (275g)
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 to 4 tablespoons pesto
  • 4 slices Provolone cheese
  • 1 cup shredded romaine lettuce
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Instructions

  1. In a bowl, add the chicken thighs, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until the chicken thighs are well coated.
  2. In a grill pan (or grill or regular sheet), heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Once the pan is hot, add the chicken thighs smooth-side down and cook for 5 minutes. Flip and continue to cook for 6 to 7 minutes or until cooked through. Set aside.
  3. Slice the ciabatta in half lengthwise and then generously spread mayonnaise on the cut side. Place the ciabatta on a sheet pan and broil the bread for 5 minutes or until they are as golden and crispy as desired.
  4. Generously spread the pesto over the layer of mayonnaise and add the four chicken thighs to the bottom half of the sliced loaf.
  5. Layer a single layer of sliced cheese over the chicken, transfer it back to the oven, and broil for another minute or until the cheese has melted over the chicken thighs.
  6. Add the shredded lettuce over the top of the melted cheese and then top it with the top slice of bread over the top.
  7. Depending on your preference, press down and slice the bread into thirds or halves.
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Notes

  • (Estimated calories is for the entire loaf)

Nutrition Information

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Calories 2010kcal (101%) Carbohydrates 138g (46%) Protein 133g (266%) Fat 101g (155%) Saturated Fat 28g (140%) Polyunsaturated Fat 20g Monounsaturated Fat 37g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 496mg (165%) Sodium 3930mg (164%) Potassium 1400mg (40%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 5989IU (120%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 689mg (69%) Iron 5mg (28%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1to 2 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 2010 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 2010kcal 101%
Carbohydrates 138g 46%
Protein 133g 266%
Fat 101g 155%
Saturated Fat 28g 140%
Polyunsaturated Fat 20g 118%
Monounsaturated Fat 37g 185%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 496mg 165%
Sodium 3930mg 164%
Potassium 1400mg 30%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 5989IU 120%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 689mg 69%
Iron 5mg 28%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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