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    Home » Main Dish » Chicken Pesto Sandwich

    Published: Jan 23, 2019 · Modified: May 11, 2020 by Kadee

    Chicken Pesto Sandwich

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    Everyone in my house, at a party all that I know have gone bananas for these grilled chicken pesto sandwiches. GUYS they are killer good. So easy to make, plus pretty fresh and healthy! I'm gonna give you step by step intstuctions- but trust me, you could probably throw these together fast than you reading this post. Lets get to it.

    open faces chicken cheesy sandwiches

    Ingredients you need to make Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

    1. Baguette or thinly sliced french bread

    I like to use small baguettes when serving these for a party or appetizer. When we make them for dinner larger portions- like on french bread is perfect. Cut the baguette diagonal for a long slice.

    slices of a baguette on a tray

    2. PESTO!

    I love to grab fresh pesto in the refrigerated section of costco or trader joes. If you dont have those accessible and are not making your own jarred is delicious too! I've used every variety :)

    Spread on the baguette.

    spreading pesto on bread

    Step 3. Grilled chicken

    You can either grill your own chicken breasts or grab from the deli section sliced grill chicken to make life easier. I usually will use the store bought grilled chicken when I'm planning a big party and will be overwhelmed with a lot of other food prep.

    Grilled chicken on pesto bread

    Step 4: Sliced Tomato

    Now, add a thinly sliced red ripe tomato.

    tomatoes on chicken, pesto bread

    Step 5. Top with loads of cheese!

    Which cheese do I use for pesto chicken sandwich?

    I love to use a mixture of shredded mozzarella and parmesan. I've also used a slice of fresh mozzarella and it was amazing!!

    chicken sandwiches topped with shredded mozzarella

    Step 6. Add some thinly sliced purple onion

    Adding the onion last, on the very top layer helps the onion to cook faster than the rest of the ingredients so it is soft and juicy and the flavors have allowed to blend with everything else.

    purple onion on top of the shredded mozzarella cheese on the sliced chicken sandwich

    Lastly, BROIL!

    I love to broil these bad boys for just a few minutes. When the cheese is bubbly and starting to have a few golden brown spots they are ready to eat.

    Top with some fresh cracked pepper and sea salt. I'm seriously drooling in my seat right now. 

    Keeping them open-faced grilled chicken sandwiches or sammies

    I love to keep these open faced sandwiches (aka sammies). Adding a top slice of bread, to me, is too much bread and throws off the proportions and balance of the flavor. Leave the top off and enjoy and nice, long stretchy cheesy pull! Ain't nobody goin' be complainin'!

    side shot of melty cheesy chicken pesto sandwich

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    open faces chicken cheesy sandwiches

    Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich

    Delicious and easy grilled chicken pesto sandwiches. These open sandwiches make a great appetizer, snack or lunch!
    5 from 2 votes
    Print Rate
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: Italian
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 12 servings
    Calories: 303kcal
    Author: Kadee & Desarae

    Ingredients

    • 12 slices baguette or french bread pre-sliced makes life easy!
    • ¼ cup pesto
    • 2-3 tomatoes
    • ¼ cup red onion
    • 1-2 Cups shredded mozzarella cheese
    • ½ Cup shredded parmesan cheese
    • 2 large grilled chicken breast sliced thin or pre-grilled and sliced chicken from deli or freezer section.

    Instructions

    • Slice bread, tomatoes, onion, and chicken if not already done.
    • On a baking sheet place bread and layer: pesto, chicken, tomatoes, cheese and thinly sliced red onion to the top. .
    • Broil till cheese is melted. Top with fresh cracked pepper, sea salt and even basil. 

    Notes

    -Baking at 350 is recommended for the larger sandwiches to ensure that it is heated through.
    -If using frozen pre-cooked grilled chicken, thaw before assembling! This will help reduce heating time and avoid burning the bread/cheese.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 303kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 498mg | Potassium: 284mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 280IU | Vitamin C: 3.5mg | Calcium: 129mg | Iron: 2.6mg
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    1. Vickie McLee says

      October 29, 2021 at 4:54 am

      5 stars
      I love them

      Reply
    2. Vee says

      June 07, 2019 at 10:23 am

      Can you make this on wheat bread?

      Reply
      • Kadee says

        June 09, 2019 at 1:14 pm

        Yes - that would be delicious!

        Reply
    3. Emily Kemp says

      October 09, 2018 at 2:50 am

      5 stars
      Pesto is my fav thing ever so this is right up my street, can't wait to try it!

      Reply

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