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Chicken Pesto Sandwich

Savor This Chicken Pesto Sandwich for Quick, Fresh Flavor

This Chicken Pesto Sandwich combines tender chicken with vibrant homemade pesto for a quick and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Easy Dinners
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken & Pesto
  • 2 cups shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup basil leaves fresh
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • ⅓ cup pine nuts
  • ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup olive oil
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
For Assembly
  • 4 cups fresh arugula leaves
  • 2 medium tomato slices
  • 8 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
  • 1 baguette crusty bread sliced

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • blender
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Pesto by combining basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, Kosher salt, and black pepper in a food processor.
  2. Add olive oil slowly while blending until smooth and creamy.
  3. Combine shredded chicken with the prepared pesto and Greek yogurt in a bowl.
  4. Toast baguette pieces in the oven at 375°F for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Assemble the sandwich with arugula, tomato slices, and mozzarella on the toasted baguette.
  6. Scoop the chicken mixture on each sandwich and close with the top half of the baguette.
  7. Serve immediately while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Make ahead by preparing the pesto in advance. Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.

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