Chicken Florentine Panini Recipe

Name: Chicken Florentine Panini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided; Cooking spray; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 cups fresh baby spinach; 1 (12-ounce) round rosemary and onion focaccia; 1/2 cup bottled roasted red bell peppers, drained and thinly sliced; 2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (about 10 ounces); 3 (1-ounce) slices light provolone cheese; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
Cooking spray
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1 (12-ounce) round rosemary and onion focaccia
1/2 cup bottled roasted red bell peppers, drained and thinly sliced
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast (about 10 ounces)
3 (1-ounce) slices light provolone cheese
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 350u00b0.
2
Heat 1/2 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium heat. Add garlic; saute 2 minutes. Stir in spinach; cook 4 minutes or until spinach wilts and liquid is absorbed.
3
Cut focaccia in half horizontally using a serrated knife; place bottom layer, cut side up, in a 12-inch ovenproof skillet. Arrange spinach mixture, bell pepper, chicken, and cheese evenly over bottom half of focaccia.
4
Combine remaining 2 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk. Drizzle oil mixture evenly over cut side of focaccia top. Cover sandwich with top half of focaccia. Cover pan with foil.
5
Place a 10-inch cast iron skillet on top of foil; wrap handle of pan with foil. Bake at 350u00b0 for 15 minutes or until cheese melts. Cut sandwich into 6 wedges.

691

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided, Cooking spray, 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, 2 cups fresh baby spinach, and more.

Yes, Chicken Florentine Panini 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.

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Chicken Florentine Panini

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Variations & substitutions

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