{"id":253250,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-22T00:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chicken-pesto-sandwiches\/"},"modified":"2023-12-12T16:01:48","modified_gmt":"2023-12-12T22:01:48","slug":"chicken-pesto-sandwiches","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/chicken-pesto-sandwiches\/","title":{"rendered":"Chicken Pesto Sandwich"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Pesto is one of my favorite ingredients to add to sandwiches. With a few swipes of the herbaceous green sauce, it makes sandwiches moist, delicious and enlivened. Our chicken pesto sandwich is a perfect showcase for this.<\/p>\n<p>Pair pesto with chicken, roasted red peppers, fresh mozzarella cheese and ciabatta, and you&#8217;ve got a recipe for success\u2014especially if you define success as an easy, flavorful, satisfying meal for lunch or dinner. Here&#8217;s how to make our chicken pesto sandwich.<\/p>\n<h2>Ingredients for Chicken Pesto Sandwich<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Chicken:<\/strong> We pound boneless skinless chicken breasts to 1\/4-inch thickness so they&#8217;ll cook quickly and evenly on the grill. You can also cook the chicken in the oven or on the stovetop.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pesto:<\/strong> We tested the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-store-bought-pesto-brands\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-store-bought-pesto-brands\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">best store-bought pesto brands<\/a> in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/meet-the-taste-of-home-test-kitchen-team\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/meet-the-taste-of-home-test-kitchen-team\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\"><em>Taste Recipes<\/em> Test Kitchen<\/a>. A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-pesto\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-make-pesto\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade pesto recipe<\/a> would be equally delicious if you have a few extra minutes to spare come dinnertime!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Fresh mozzarella:<\/strong> Slabs of fresh mozzarella add moisture, height and heft to the sandwich.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Roasted red peppers:<\/strong> Roasted red peppers and pesto are a powerhouse combination that pack a ton of flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ciabatta buns:<\/strong> Ciabatta serves as a solid and sturdy vessel that won&#8217;t get floppy or mushy after adding all the juicy toppings.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Prep the chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Gently pound the chicken breasts to flatten to 1\/4-inch thickness. Spread 1 tablespoon of pesto over each chicken breast, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Grill the chicken<\/h3>\n<p>Grill the pesto-brushed chicken, covered, over medium heat until no longer pink. Three to five minutes on each side should do the trick. Double-check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165\u00b0F before you add it to the sandwiches.<\/p>\n<p><em>Editor&#8217;s Tip:<\/em> Here&#8217;s more on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-grill-chicken-breast\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-grill-chicken-breast\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">how to grill chicken breast<\/a> if you want more tips, like how to tell when the grill has reached medium heat and how long to let the chicken rest before taking that first bite.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Layer the ingredients<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1921256\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Layer-the-ingredients_FT22_29490_F_0504_2-1-SS-Edit.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Layer The Ingredients Ft22 29490 F 0504 2 1\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p>After the chicken is off the grill, spread three tablespoons of pesto over each of the bun bottoms. Then, layer on the roasted red peppers, chicken and fresh mozzarella.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Assemble the sandwiches<\/h3>\n<p>Spread the remaining pesto over the cut side of the bun tops. Place the tops on the sandwiches, and serve immediately.<\/p>\n<h2>Chicken Pesto Sandwich Variations<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Switch up the cheese:<\/strong> If you can&#8217;t find fresh mozzarella, you can use regular slices of mozzarella, provolone or even Gouda. Whipped ricotta would add some lovely creaminess to every bite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pile on some greens:<\/strong> Fresh spinach or arugula would be great choices that add color and a little texture. A few leaves of fresh basil would work, as well, if you can&#8217;t get enough of the aromatic herb.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a different kind of bread:<\/strong> There are other <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-bread\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/types-of-bread\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">types of bread<\/a> that you could use in place of ciabatta. Sourdough, Italian or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/french-loaves\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/french-loaves\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">French loaves<\/a> would all work, as would slices from an herb-crusted or tomato-basil bread if you want to get fancy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Toast the bread:<\/strong> With just a little extra effort, toasted bread adds a perfect amount of crunch to the sandwich. It would also join the hot chicken in providing some contrast to the cold roasted red peppers and mozzarella. To toast the ciabatta, brush a little olive oil on the insides of the bun, and put them face-down on the grill.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Swap out the pesto<\/strong>: Switch up the type of pesto that you use. Try a roasted red pepper pesto, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/spinach-pesto-recipe\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/spinach-pesto-recipe\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">spinach pesto<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/arugula-pesto-recipe\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/arugula-pesto-recipe\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">arugula pesto<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add veggies:<\/strong> Roasted eggplant or zucchini would be very complementary to the pesto and mozzarella, as would sun-dried tomatoes, caramelized onions or fresh tomato slices sprinkled with freshly cracked pepper.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How to Store a Chicken Pesto Sandwich<\/h2>\n<p>Avoid assembling sandwiches that you don&#8217;t plan to eat right away. If you have to, wrap the sandwiches in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil, and keep them in the fridge for a few hours.<\/p>\n<h2>Chicken Pesto Sandwich Tips<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-1921259\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Chicken-Pesto-Sandwiches-Tips_FT22_29490_F_0504_3-1.jpg?fit=700%2C467\" alt=\"Chicken Pesto Sandwiches Tips Ft22 29490 F 0504 3 1\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>What do you serve with a chicken pesto sandwich?<\/h3>\n<p>Chicken pesto sandwiches pair wonderfully with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-sweet-potato-fries\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-sweet-potato-fries\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">air-fryer sweet potato fries<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/thyme-roasted-vegetables\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/thyme-roasted-vegetables\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">roasted vegetables<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/summer-garden-couscous-salad\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/summer-garden-couscous-salad\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">couscous salad with corn and tomatoes<\/a>. Create a &#8220;You-Pick-Two&#8221;-inspired meal like you&#8217;d find at Panera, and add a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/classic-homemade-soup-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/classic-homemade-soup-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">homemade soup recipe<\/a> and salad. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-potato-chips\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-potato-chips\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Air-fryer potato chips<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-kale-chips\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/air-fryer-kale-chips\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">air-fryer kale chips<\/a> would be crunchy companions for the sandwich.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you make a chicken pesto sandwich ahead of time?<\/h3>\n<p>Chicken pesto sandwiches are best assembled right before serving to prevent the bread from becoming soggy as it sits in the fridge. However, you could cook the chicken ahead to save a few minutes come dinnertime. Store the cooked chicken in an airtight container in the fridge so that everything is ready when it&#8217;s finally time to eat. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-reheat-chicken\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-reheat-chicken\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Reheat the chicken<\/a>, or serve it as a cold chicken pesto sandwich.<\/p>\n<p>If you truly need to assemble the sandwiches ahead of time, prepare them only a few hours before you plan to eat. Any more than that and you&#8217;ll have to worry about the sandwiches getting soggy.<\/p>\n<h3>What&#8217;s the best way to reheat a chicken pesto sandwich?<\/h3>\n<p>Reheat the chicken separately in the microwave or the oven, then add it to the sandwiches. However, chicken pesto sandwiches would also taste just as good cold, if you want to skip reheating the chicken altogether.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When you add roasted red peppers and fresh mozzarella to a chicken pesto sandwich, you get a handheld meal that is easily prepared yet undoubtedly 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Go Seahawks","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2009-10-16","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"starjade72"},"reviewBody":"This is so tasty and very quick to make.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2010-07-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"jillb6"},"reviewBody":"This recipe was great! My whole family loved it!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"kasia027"},"reviewBody":"what would the recepie for pesto be?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Callie1129"},"reviewBody":"The best chicken sandwich ever!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-02-14","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"AuntDee01"},"reviewBody":"I make paninis like this. Even better than the toasted bread. In a pinch I use the Carving Board turkey or chicken with bacon, the peppers and either the purchased pesto or some fresh basil leaves. Awesome flavor.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-30","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Patty1952"},"reviewBody":"These were delicious!! The only thing I did differently was after I assembled the sandwiches I grilled them again instead of making the toast. My family went crazy over these!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-02-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"justmbeth"},"reviewBody":"Loved the flavor of the chicken.  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