Chicken, Roasted Pepper, and Pesto Sandwich Recipe

Name: Chicken, Roasted Pepper, and Pesto Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Basil Pesto, recipe follows; 8 slices toasted bread; Marinated Chicken Breast, recipe follows; 4 jarred roasted peppers, sliced into strips; 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves; 2 cloves garlic; 1/4 cup pine nuts; 2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese; 1 to 2 tablespoons vinegar, like cider, balsamic or red wine; 2 to 3 teaspoons dried herbs, like thyme, oregano, rosemary or crumbled bay leaf; 1 to 2 tablespoons mustard, whole grain or Dijon; 1 to 2 teaspoon garlic or onion powder, optional; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast, each about 6 ounces

Servings: persons

Basil Pesto, recipe follows
8 slices toasted bread
Marinated Chicken Breast, recipe follows
4 jarred roasted peppers, sliced into strips
2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
2 cloves garlic
1/4 cup pine nuts
2/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino cheese
1 to 2 tablespoons vinegar, like cider, balsamic or red wine
2 to 3 teaspoons dried herbs, like thyme, oregano, rosemary or crumbled bay leaf
1 to 2 tablespoons mustard, whole grain or Dijon
1 to 2 teaspoon garlic or onion powder, optional
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast, each about 6 ounces

1
Spread 1 tablespoon Basil Pesto on 1 side of each slice of bread.
2
Top 4 slices of bread with Marinated Chicken Breast.
3
Top the chicken with the roasted peppers.
4
Place the remaining bread slices, pesto-side down, on top of the peppers.
5
Combine the basil, garlic and pine nuts in a food processor and pulse until coarsely chopped.
6
Add the 1/2 cup of the oil and process until fully incorporated and smooth.
7
Season with salt and pepper.
8
If freezing, transfer to an air-tight container and drizzle remaining oil over the top.
9
Freeze for up to 3 months.
10
Thaw and stir in cheese.
11
Cook's Note: If using immediately, add all the oil and pulse until smooth.
12
Transfer the pesto to a large serving bowl and mix in the cheese.
13
Put the vinegar, herbs, mustard, powder if using and oil in a large resealable plastic bag.
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Close the bag and shake to combine all the ingredients.
15
Open the bag and drop in the chicken breasts.
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Close and shake the bag to coat evenly.
17
Freeze for up to 2 weeks.
18
Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, under cold, running water, or in the microwave at 30 percent power for 1 minute at a time.
19
Heat a grill or grill pan.
20
When the grill is hot, place the chicken on the grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
21
You can also bake the thawed chicken in a 375 degree F oven for 15 minutes, or until cooked through.

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Basil Pesto, recipe follows, 8 slices toasted bread, Marinated Chicken Breast, recipe follows, 4 jarred roasted peppers, sliced into strips, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Roasted Pepper, and Pesto Sandwich 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!

Chicken, Roasted Pepper, and Pesto Sandwich

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Variations & substitutions

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