Chicken Pesto Panini
A hot, pressed sandwich combining grilled chicken, pesto, and melted cheese.
Contains common allergens
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat a panini press or a heavy cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Spread 1 tbsp of basil pesto onto the inside of each slice of sourdough bread.
- 3
On the bottom slice, arrange 1 slice of provolone cheese.
- 4
Neatly layer the grilled chicken strips over the cheese. Add a slice of roasted red pepper on top of the chicken if desired, then cap with the second slice of provolone.
- 5
Place the top slice of bread on the sandwich (pesto side down). Evenly butter the top and bottom exteriors of the sandwich.
- 6
Press the sandwich in the panini maker for 4-6 minutes, or cook in the skillet (weighted down with a heavy pot) for 3-4 minutes per side, until the bread is incredibly crispy and the cheese is oozing. Slice in half and serve hot.
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