The Best Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Chicken and pesto is a classic combination, so it's no wonder why a chicken pesto sandwich is so appealing. Layered in between melted mozzarella cheese, juicy tomatoes, and fresh arugula, this sandwich is sure to please.
Servings 2
Ingredients
- 2 small chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons pesto
- 2 ciabatta buns
- extra virgin olive oil
- 6 slices mozzarella cheese from a mozzarella log
- 1 tomato sliced
- arugula
Instructions
- If you decide to make homemade pesto, use this easy and delicious recipe: How to Make Basil Pesto.
- Cook the chicken breast. This can be done on a grill or the stovetop. If you choose to cook it in a pan, use this Guide: Pan Frying Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast.
- Once the pesto and chicken are ready and cooked, it's time to assemble the sandwich. Layer the mozzarella cheese on the bottom bun and put both buns in a toaster oven to lightly toast the buns and melt the cheese.
- Then, drizzle the top bun with extra virgin olive oil. Spread about 1 tablespoon of pesto sauce on the top bun.
- Place sliced tomatoes on the cheese. Layer the chicken breast on top of the tomatoes.Add fresh arugula on top.
- Place the top bun on the sandwich and enjoy!