Description
Indulge in the ultimate MEGA Chicken Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwich—a delightful fusion of flavors that promises to satisfy your cravings. This scrumptious sandwich features juicy chicken enveloped in rich homemade basil pesto, layered with tangy sun-dried tomatoes and gooey mozzarella. Perfect for brunch, lunch, or a quick dinner, this easy-to-make comfort food will surely impress your family and friends. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a warm, crispy sandwich that’s both hearty and delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large thick slices of bread
- 1.5 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/3 cup – 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 5oz fresh mozzarella, thinly sliced
- 8 sun-dried tomatoes, patted dry
- Butter, as needed
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken and basil pesto until well mixed.
- Place two slices of bread in a skillet with the heat OFF and spread butter on both sides.
- Layer half of the mozzarella on one slice, add the chicken and pesto mixture, followed by sun-dried tomatoes, then top with remaining mozzarella and another slice of bread.
- Turn the heat to low-medium and cook each side until golden brown and crispy while ensuring the cheese melts completely.
- Slice the sandwich in half and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 85mg