Marinated Chicken Panini Recipe

Name: Marinated Chicken Panini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 lbs chicken, roasted; 1 large red pepper; 1 large yellow pepper; 1 cup pitted black olives; 1 cup arugula leaf; 6 hoagie rolls; 1 tablespoon olive oil; Marinade; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons honey; 1/2 lemon, juice of; 1 tablespoon chopped herbs; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

3 1/2 lbs chicken, roasted
1 large red pepper
1 large yellow pepper
1 cup pitted black olives
1 cup arugula leaf
6 hoagie rolls
1 tablespoon olive oil
Marinade
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 tablespoon chopped herbs
salt and pepper

1
Strip chicken meat from bones and cut into bite-sized strips.
2
Combine marinade ingredients and toss with chicken, cover and let the flavors develop.
3
Preheat grill and roast peppers until mostly blackened.
4
Place in a paper bag until cool, remove skins and discard.
5
Cut peppers into strips.
6
Make the panini: Brush the (outside) top and bottom of the rolls with olive oil.
7
Cover the bottom of the rolls with the peppers, then the chicken, then the olives and top with the arugula leaves.
8
Brush the inside of the top half with the leftover marinade, if you have any.
9
Cover the rolls with their tops and grill in a panini press until done.
10
NOTE: Mozzarella cheese and onion slices are also nice additions to this sandwich.

863

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

124

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 1/2 lbs chicken, roasted, 1 large red pepper, 1 large yellow pepper, 1 cup pitted black olives, and more.

Yes, Marinated Chicken 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Marinated Chicken Panini

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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