You'll love this recipe chicken pesto sandwich

Ingredients -

Chicken & Seasoning - 

1 Tbsp (40ml) - Olive Oil 
2 - Chicken Breast, Butterflied & Halved
1 tsp (2.5g) - Garlic Powder 
1 tsp (2.5g) - Sweet Paprika 
1 tsp (1.5g) - Dried Oregano 
1/2 tsp (0.5g) - Chilli Flakes 
Seasoning To Taste 

Pesto - 

1 - Garlic Clove
15g (0.5oz) - Parmesan Cheese, Freshly Grated
10g (0.5oz) - Pinenuts, Toasted (Use alternative nuts to cut cost)
1 - Large Bunch Of Fresh Basil, Picked 
2 1/2 Tbsp (50ml) - Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1/2 - Lemon, Juiced 
Seasoning To Taste 
Extra Virgin Olive Oil To Adjust Consistency 

Bread & Fillings - 

2 tsp (10ml) - Olive Oil 
2 - Ciabatta Rolls or Bread of Choice 
1-2 - Tomatoes, Thinly Sliced 
4-5 - Mozzarella Slices Per Panini 
Seasoning To Taste 

Method - 


Add all the ingredients into a blender except the extra virgin olive oil and blend until smooth and thick to make the pesto. Adjust the consistency with extra virgin olive oil and check the seasoning. Remove and place in the fridge until ready to serve. 

Butterfly and slice the chicken breast into two even-sized fillets. Use a meat mallet to bang out the thickest part of the chicken. Add the chicken to a bowl and add all the seasonings and herbs. Mix to combine. 

Place a large pan over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and sear the chicken for 3 1/2 minutes on each side. Remove and rest for 5 minutes. 

Add the pesto generously on both sides of the rolls, place on two chicken fillets per roll and top with mozzarella cheese slices. Use a blow torch to scorch and melt the cheese. Alternatively, place it under the grill or broiler for 2 minutes at 200.c - 390.f. Add tomato slices over the top and place on the top bun. 

Place a clean nonstick pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and the assembled sandwich and toast on both sides until golden and crispy. Do this in batches if need be. You can also press the sandwich to compact it. Remove from the pan and repeat with any remaining batches. 

Slice in half to reveal the beautiful, juicy and cheesy centre. Serve and dig in. 

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