Chicken Pesto Sandwich Recipe
grilled chicken, pesto, basil, mixed greens, tomatoes, mayo on your choice of bread.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Condiments
Vegetables
Bread
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Grill the Chicken
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Preparing the Vegetables
- 2
Slice the Tomato
While the chicken is grilling, wash the tomato and slice it into thin rounds.
- 3
Prepare the Greens
Wash and dry the mixed greens and fresh basil leaves. Set aside.
Assembly of Sandwich
- 4
Spread the Condiments
Take the slices of bread and spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on two slices and 2 tablespoons of pesto sauce on the other two slices.
- 5
Layer the Ingredients
On the mayonnaise-spread slices, layer the sliced grilled chicken, followed by the fresh basil leaves, sliced tomatoes, and mixed greens. Top with the pesto-spread slices of bread to complete the sandwich.
Final Steps
- 6
Serve
Slice the sandwiches in half if desired and serve immediately. Enjoy your Chicken Pesto Sandwich!