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Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Mouthwatering Grilled Chicken Sandwich with Basil Pesto Delight

This Grilled Chicken Sandwich features juicy chicken, vibrant basil pesto, and fresh vegetables for a summer-inspired meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast Substitute with rotisserie chicken if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For brushing the chicken.
  • 3 tablespoons Sweet Chili Sauce For glazing during grilling.
For the Basil Pesto
  • 2 cups Fresh Basil Spinach can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Can substitute with yellow onion.
  • 1/4 cup Almonds Option to use pine nuts or walnuts.
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 whole Jalapeno Pepper Can be omitted for a milder flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper For seasoning.
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • 4 leaves Leaf Lettuce
  • 1 large Tomato Sliced.
  • 4 slices Provolone Cheese To melt on the sandwich.
  • 8 slices Dave's Killer Bread Or any high-quality bread.

Equipment

  • grill
  • food processor
  • Grill Brush

Method
 

Preparation and Cooking
  1. Preheat your grill to medium heat, around 350°F (175°C). Clean and oil the grates.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  3. Glaze chicken with sweet chili sauce, flip, and grill for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Remove from grill and let rest for about 5 minutes, then slice or shred the chicken.
  5. In a food processor, combine fresh basil, dried oregano, garlic, red onion, almonds, Parmesan, jalapeno, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Pulse until desired consistency.
  6. Toast slices of Dave's Killer Bread on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Assemble the sandwich with toasted bread, lettuce, tomato, grilled chicken, basil pesto, and provolone cheese.
  8. Top with another slice of toasted bread and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an extra crispy sandwich, toast the bread slightly longer. Customizable with additional veggies or cheese options.

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