Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCaffe Gelato RestaurantBasil Pesto Chicken Panini Recipe

Basil Pesto Chicken Panini Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Prosciutto di Parma roasted chicken, melted mozzarella, baby arugula, sliced Roma tomatoes, basil pesto, and focaccia.

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Ingredients

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Chicken and Prosciutto

Cheese and Vegetables

Pesto and Bread

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    If not already roasted, roast the chicken breast until fully cooked, then slice into thin pieces.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Tomatoes

    Wash the Roma tomato and slice it into thin rounds.

Assembly

  1. 3

    Assemble the Panini

    On one slice of focaccia, spread 2 tablespoons of basil pesto. Layer with the sliced roasted chicken, prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, sliced tomatoes, and baby arugula. Top with the second slice of focaccia.

Grilling

  1. 4

    Grill the Panini

    Heat a panini press or grill pan over medium heat. Place the assembled panini on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes until the focaccia is golden brown and the cheese is melted. If using a grill pan, press down with a spatula for even grilling.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve

    Once grilled, remove the panini from the heat and cut it in half. Serve warm and enjoy!

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