Basque Chicken Baguette Recipe

Name: Basque Chicken Baguette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (10 -12 ounce) baguette; 3 ounces provolone cheese (3 thin slices) or 3 ounces mozzarella cheese (3 thin slices); 2 cups torn fresh spinach; 1 (7 ounce) envelope cooked chicken breasts (foil pouch); 2 large plum tomatoes, thinly sliced; 3 large radishes, sliced; 3 tablespoons sliced black olives; fresh ground pepper; 1 garlic clove, peeled; 1 cup fresh basil leaf, lightly packed; ¼ cup olive oil; 1 tablespoon capers, drained; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

Servings: persons

1 (10 -12 ounce) baguette
3 ounces provolone cheese (3 thin slices) or 3 ounces mozzarella cheese (3 thin slices)
2 cups torn fresh spinach
1 (7 ounce) envelope cooked chicken breasts (foil pouch)
2 large plum tomatoes, thinly sliced
3 large radishes, sliced
3 tablespoons sliced black olives
fresh ground pepper
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 cup fresh basil leaf, lightly packed
¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon capers, drained
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

1
Basil Dressing: In a food processor with the metal blade, process all the ingredients until well blended.
2
To make sandwich: Cut the bread in half horizontally; hollow out the top and bottom, leaving a 1/2 inch shell.
3
(It may be easier if you cut the bread crosswise into 2 loaves.)
4
Spread the dressing over the inside of the top and bottom.
5
Layer the cheese, spinach, tuna, tomatoes, radishes, and olives in the bottom.
6
Sprinkle with pepper.
7
Cover with bread top.
8
Wrap in plastic wrap or foil and place on a baking sheet.
9
Top with another baking sheet and weigh down heavily with cans or weights for 1 hour.
10
Remove the weights and serve immediately or refrigerate until serving.
11
Before serving, if desired, crisp up the bread by baking the loaf at 450 degrees for 5 to 10 minutes.
12
To serve, cut the loaf crosswise into 2-inch slices.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (10 -12 ounce) baguette, 3 ounces provolone cheese (3 thin slices) or 3 ounces mozzarella cheese (3 thin slices), 2 cups torn fresh spinach, 1 (7 ounce) envelope cooked chicken breasts (foil pouch), and more.

Yes, Basque Chicken Baguette falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Basque Chicken Baguette

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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