Chicken Pesto Sandwich
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Description
This sandwich recipe begins with fresh basil pesto made by emulsifying basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil with salt and pepper to taste. The pesto is then combined with shredded chicken and Greek yogurt, which adds moisture and creaminess while tempering the pesto’s intensity. The blend is seasoned with salt and pepper to suit individual taste.
The sandwich is assembled on toasted baguette slices layered with the chicken-pesto mixture, fresh arugula leaves for a peppery bite, thin slices of Roma tomato for freshness and slight acidity, and creamy mozzarella cheese that melts slightly from the bread’s warmth. This combination offers contrasting textures and flavors that balance each other well.
The Chicken Pesto Sandwich is suitable for a quick meal that feels substantial without heaviness. The use of Greek yogurt in the filling lightens the pesto flavor and adds protein, while the fresh vegetables contribute juiciness and color. The toasted bread provides structure and crunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cups chicken breast shredded
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- 1 baguette cut into 3-4 equal pieces, toasted, for serving
- 2 cups arugula for serving
- 2 Roma tomato thinly sliced, for serving
- 8 ounces mozzarella cheese sliced
For the basil pesto
- 1 cup basil fresh leaves
- 3 cloves garlic peeled
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- ⅓ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- salt to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt and freshly ground
- ⅓ cup olive oil
Instructions
- To make the pesto, combine basil, garlic, pine nuts and Parmesan in the bowl of a food processor; season with salt and pepper, to taste. With the motor running, add olive oil in a slow stream until emulsified; set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, 1/2 cup pesto, Greek yogurt, salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve sandwiches on baguette with arugula, tomatoes, mozzarella and chicken pesto mixture.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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