Description
The chicken pesto sandwich is a delightful fusion of tender chicken, vibrant basil pesto, and creamy mozzarella, making it an ideal meal for any occasion. With its fresh ingredients and quick preparation time, this sandwich is perfect for lunch, dinner, or picnics. The combination of homemade pesto and arugula adds a burst of flavor, while the crunchy baguette provides a satisfying texture. Whether you enjoy it warm or cold, this versatile sandwich will surely impress your guests or satisfy your cravings during a solo meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 cloves garlic
- 3 tablespoons pine nuts
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
- ½ cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought)
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 baguette (cut into pieces)
- 2 cups arugula
- 2 Roma tomatoes (sliced)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced)
Instructions
- Make the Pesto: Blend basil leaves, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth.
- Prepare Chicken Filling: Mix shredded chicken with basil pesto and Greek yogurt in a bowl. Season to taste.
- Assemble Sandwiches: Toast baguette if desired. Layer arugula, tomato slices, mozzarella on each half, followed by the chicken mixture. Close the sandwich and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Main
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg