Grilled Chicken And Hot Cherry Pepper Panino

Name: Grilled Chicken And Hot Cherry Pepper Panino
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano; 2 (1/4-inch-thick) slices Italian bread (from center of a round loaf); 6 ounces chicken cutlets; 2 bottled hot cherry peppers or peperoncini in vinegar, seeded and coarsely chopped; 2 thin slices fresh mozzarella; 1 medium tomato, cut into wedges; 5 grape tomatoes, halved; 2 tablespoons chopped basil or flat-leaf parsley; 1/2 teaspoon red-wine vinegar; Equipment: a grill pan

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano
2 (1/4-inch-thick) slices Italian bread (from center of a round loaf)
6 ounces chicken cutlets
2 bottled hot cherry peppers or peperoncini in vinegar, seeded and coarsely chopped
2 thin slices fresh mozzarella
1 medium tomato, cut into wedges
5 grape tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons chopped basil or flat-leaf parsley
1/2 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
Equipment: a grill pan

1
Stir together 2 tablespoons oil, garlic, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon each of salt and pepper.
2
Heat grill pan over medium heat until hot.
3
Brush 1 side of each bread slice with some of garlic oil and put, oiled side down, on a work surface. Brush chicken with remaining garlic oil, then grill chicken, turning once, until just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes total. Put chicken on a bread slice, then top with cherry peppers, mozzarella, and remaining bread slice, oiled side up.
4
Put sandwich in grill pan and weight with a heavy skillet. Cook, turning once, until cheese has melted and bread is golden, about 4 minutes total.
5
Meanwhile, toss tomatoes with basil, remaining tablespoon oil, vinegar, and salt to taste. Serve
6
with salad.

388

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided, 1 garlic clove, minced, 1 teaspoon finely chopped oregano, 2 (1/4-inch-thick) slices Italian bread (from center of a round loaf), and more.

Yes, Grilled Chicken And Hot Cherry Pepper Panino 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!