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Grilled Chicken and Veggie Panini with Pesto
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Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1/2 medium red onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 2 ciabatta rolls
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste
- to taste
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Brush the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and season with salt and black pepper.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Once cooked, remove from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- In the same grill, add the sliced bell pepper, zucchini, and red onion. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil, adding a pinch of salt and pepper. Grill the vegetables for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender and slightly charred.
- Slice the grilled chicken into thin strips.
- Spread a generous layer of pesto sauce on the inside of each ciabatta roll.
- Layer the grilled chicken, grilled vegetables, and sliced mozzarella cheese on one half of each roll, then top with the other half.
- Preheat a panini press or skillet over medium heat. If using a skillet, you can place a heavy pan on top of the sandwiches to press them down.
- Grill the panini for about 3-4 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
- Remove from the heat, slice in half, and serve warm.
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