Caprese Chicken Sandwich
A delicious Caprese Chicken Sandwich packed with juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella, fresh tomatoes, and aromatic pesto.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 2 ripe tomatoes
- 1/4 cup fresh basil pesto
- 8 ounces crusty bread (baguette or ciabatta)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Start by preheating your grill, grill pan, or skillet over medium heat. While it heats up, season your chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken on the grill or in your hot skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Toast the Bread: While the chicken is cooking, slice your chosen bread and toast it lightly on a skillet or in a toaster.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Once your chicken is perfectly cooked, let it rest and then slice it. Stack your sandwich starting with toasted bread, add sliced chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and drizzle pesto on top.
- Grill It (Optional): If you want that melty goodness, pop the sandwich on the grill for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
Notes
This sandwich can be customized with various pesto flavors and ingredients for a unique twist.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Caprese, sandwich, chicken, Italian, summer food