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Chicken Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Irresistible Chicken Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich Bliss

This Chicken Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich is a comfort food masterpiece, loaded with chicken, pesto, mozzarella, and sun-dried tomatoes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Sandwich
  • 2 slices large thick bread Sourdough or ciabatta recommended
  • 1 cup shredded cooked chicken Leftover chicken works well
  • 1/4 cup basil pesto Homemade preferred
  • 8 ounces fresh mozzarella Pat dry before using
  • 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes Pat dry if marinated in oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter For toasting the bread
Optional Additions
  • 2 slices ciabatta bread For a crustier option
  • 1 cup sautéed spinach or arugula For added nutrition

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with basil pesto. Stir until well-coated.
  2. Preheat a non-stick frying pan on low heat. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
  3. Lay one slice of bread, butter-side down, in the skillet. Layer with mozzarella, chicken-pesto mixture, sun-dried tomatoes, and remaining mozzarella. Top with the second slice of bread, butter-side up.
  4. Spread more butter on the top slice and press down gently. Cook for 3-5 minutes.
  5. Flip the sandwich and cook for another 3-5 minutes until both sides are golden and cheese is melted.
  6. Let the sandwich sit for a minute, then slice diagonally and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For best results, pat dry the mozzarella and sun-dried tomatoes. Experiment with different vegetables and breads to customize your sandwich.

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