Jul 14 2026
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Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Toasted rosemary focaccia with house made pesto, bacon, tomato, red onion and a parmesan crisp.

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Ingredients

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Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.

  2. 2

    Cook the Bacon

    In a skillet, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove from skillet and place on paper towels to drain.

  3. 3

    Make the Parmesan Crisp

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, place small mounds of grated Parmesan cheese (about 2 tablespoons each) and flatten them slightly. Bake for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Sandwich

    Toast the rosemary focaccia slices until golden brown. Spread a generous amount of pesto on one side of each slice. Layer the sliced grilled chicken, crispy bacon, tomato slices, and thinly sliced red onion on one slice. Top with the other slice, pesto side down.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the sandwich with the Parmesan crisp on the side. Enjoy your delicious Pesto Grilled Chicken Sandwich!

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