Pesto Chicken Sandwich* N Recipe
focaccia bread, almond pesto, tomato, red onion, havarti cheese, spinach
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Ingredients
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Bread
Pesto
Toppings
Method
Pesto Preparation
- 1
Make the Almond Pesto
In a food processor, combine the almonds, basil leaves, garlic, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and salt. Pulse until the mixture is finely chopped.
- 2
Add Olive Oil
With the food processor running, slowly drizzle in the olive oil until the pesto is smooth and well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
Sandwich Assembly
- 3
Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the tomato and red onion thinly. Set aside.
- 4
Toast the Focaccia
If desired, lightly toast the focaccia bread slices in a toaster or on a skillet until golden brown.
- 5
Spread the Pesto
Generously spread almond pesto on one side of each slice of focaccia.
- 6
Layer the Toppings
On one slice of focaccia with pesto, layer the sliced tomato, red onion, havarti cheese, and fresh spinach. Top with the other slice of focaccia, pesto side down.
- 7
Serve
Cut the sandwich in half if desired, and serve immediately.
