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Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich

This Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich is a flavorful and satisfying meal made with juicy grilled chicken breast, fresh basil pesto, melted mozzarella, and toasted ciabatta sandwich bread. It’s one of the best grilled chicken sandwich recipes for busy weeknights, offering a delicious option for lazy dinners or quick lunches. If you’re looking for chicken recipes easy and tasty dinner ideas with chicken, this sandwich delivers bold flavor with simple ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons basil pesto
  • 4 slices mozzarella cheese
  • 2 ciabatta sandwich rolls
  • 1 tomato sliced
  • 1 handful arugula or lettuce
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise optional

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken
  2. Season the chicken breast with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken
  4. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill over medium heat. Cook the chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked and juicy.
  5. Toast the bread
  6. Slice the ciabatta sandwich rolls and toast them lightly on the grill or in a skillet until golden.
  7. Add cheese
  8. Place mozzarella slices on the hot grilled chicken and allow them to melt slightly.
  9. Assemble the sandwich
  10. Spread basil pesto on the bottom half of each ciabatta roll. Add grilled chicken, tomato slices, and arugula.
  11. Finish and serve
  12. Top with the other half of the bread and serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, marinate the chicken with garlic and lemon before grilling.
Ciabatta bread works best because it holds the fillings well.
Add avocado, roasted peppers, or caramelized onions for more flavor.
You can also use whole-grain bread for a healthier version.