Description

This Gourmet Chicken Pesto Sourdough Sandwich is a delicious and satisfying meal featuring tender grilled chicken breasts layered with fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and peppery arugula, all brought together with vibrant pesto sauce on toasted sourdough bread. Perfectly grilled to achieve a crispy exterior and melty interior, this sandwich offers a blend of fresh and savory flavors that make it an excellent choice for lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

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Sandwich Ingredients

4 slices of sourdough bread
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
4 tablespoons pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought)
1 ripe tomato, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh arugula leaves
4 slices of mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Preheat the grill pan: Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat to prepare for grilling the sandwich and to ensure even toasting.
Spread pesto on bread: Generously spread pesto sauce on one side of each slice of sourdough bread to infuse the sandwich with fresh and aromatic flavors.
Layer grilled chicken: Place the sliced grilled chicken breasts evenly over the pesto on two of the bread slices to build the main protein layer.
Add mozzarella and season: Place the mozzarella cheese slices on top of the chicken, seasoning lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper for enhanced taste.
Place tomato and arugula: Add the thinly sliced tomatoes over the cheese, followed by a handful of fresh arugula leaves to add brightness and texture.
Top with remaining bread: Cover each sandwich with the remaining slices of bread, pesto side facing down to complete the assembly.
Brush with olive oil: Lightly brush the outside of both sandwiches with olive oil to ensure a golden, crispy crust during grilling.
Grill the sandwich: Place the sandwiches on the preheated grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, pressing gently with a spatula, until the bread is toasted and the cheese has melted.
Serve warm: Remove the sandwiches from the pan, slice each in half, and serve immediately while warm and melty for the best flavor experience.

Notes

You can use store-bought pesto for convenience or homemade pesto for a fresh, personalized flavor.
Grill the chicken breasts ahead of time or use leftover grilled chicken if desired.
Adjust seasoning to taste, especially if your pesto is salted.
For a crispier sandwich, use a panini press if available.
If you prefer, substitute mozzarella with other melting cheeses such as provolone or fontina.