Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich Recipe
Grilled chicken with pesto, roasted peppers, goat cheese & mozzarella cheese on toasted Italian bread
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Marinade
Pesto and Toppings
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breasts and coat them well. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Grill the Chicken
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from heat and let rest before slicing.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 3
Prepare the Bread
Spread softened butter on one side of each slice of Italian bread.
- 4
Layer the Ingredients
On the unbuttered side of two slices, spread a generous layer of pesto sauce. Add sliced grilled chicken, roasted red bell peppers, crumbled goat cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
- 5