Description
Elevate your lunch with the Grilled Chicken Panini Sandwich Exquisite, a gourmet delight that features juicy grilled chicken, vibrant vegetables, and rich sauces nestled between perfectly toasted ciabatta bread. This panini is not just a meal; it’s an experience that promises to tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for busy weekdays or relaxed weekends, this customizable recipe will leave you craving more with every bite. Follow our simple instructions to create a café-quality sandwich right at home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 4 ciabatta rolls
- 4 tablespoons pesto sauce
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 cups fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes, sliced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in olive oil, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Let rest before slicing.
- Cut ciabatta rolls in half horizontally and spread pesto sauce on both halves.
- Layer sliced grilled chicken, spinach, sundried tomatoes, and mozzarella on one half of each roll.
- Close the sandwich and toast in a panini press or grill pan until golden brown and cheese melts (about 3-5 minutes).
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the top before slicing.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 260g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg