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Chicken Pesto Sandwich

This deliciously smoky Chicken Pesto Sandwich hits the spot! Flavorful and protein-packed, it's the perfect sandwich for lunch or dinner!
Course lunch
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 People
Calories 622kcal
Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

  • 1 Large chicken breast (about 12 oz)
  • 1/2 Tbsp Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 Ciabatta rolls
  • 1/4 cup Prepared pesto
  • 2 Oz Mozzarella cheese
  • 1 Roma tomato, sliced
  • 2 Cups Arugula
  • Fresh basil leaves

Instructions

  • Heat your grill for medium high heat.
  • Place the chicken between two sheets of parchment paper and pound it about 3/4 inch thick. Rub with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper
  • Grill for about 5-6 minutes per side (the chicken breast should be 165 degrees F when cooked). Also, grill the ciabatta rolls face down for a few minutes until toasty

Assemble

  • Spread 1 Tbsp of pesto on each half of the rolls.
  • Divide the cheese between the rolls, followed by the hot chicken breast.
  • Top with sliced tomato, arugula and some fresh basil leaves and cover with the other half of the roll.
  • DEVOUR

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Nutrition

Calories: 622kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.9g | Cholesterol: 127mg | Sodium: 1000mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 6mg