Open-Faced Chicken Sandwiches With Green Pea Spread

Name: Open-Faced Chicken Sandwiches With Green Pea Spread And Parmesan
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 1 (10-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast, halved lengthwise; 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided; 1 1/2 cups frozen green peas; 2 tablespoons chopped parsley; 3 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 2 tablespoons water; 2 garlic cloves; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 3 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, divided; 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper; 4 (1-ounce) slices sourdough bread; 1 cup arugula; 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved (about 1/4 cup)

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
1 (10-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast, halved lengthwise
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided
1 1/2 cups frozen green peas
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
3 tablespoons plus 1/2 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons water
2 garlic cloves
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind
3 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, divided
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper
4 (1-ounce) slices sourdough bread
1 cup arugula
1 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved (about 1/4 cup)

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Preheat broiler to high.
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Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat; coat with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken evenly with 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; cook 5 minutes on each side or until done. Remove from pan; thinly slice.
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Combine peas, parsley, 3 tablespoons oil, 2 tablespoons water, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer; cook 2 minutes. Place pea mixture, rind, 1 tablespoon juice, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and red pepper in a mini food processor; process until smooth.
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Broil bread slices 1 minute on each side or until toasted. Combine arugula, remaining 1/2 teaspoon oil, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon juice. Spread pea mixture evenly over bread slices; top with arugula mixture and chicken. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
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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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 1 (10-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast, halved lengthwise, 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided, and more.

Yes, Open-Faced Chicken Sandwiches With Green Pea Spread And Parmesan 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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Open-Faced Chicken Sandwiches With Green Pea Spread And Parmesan

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