Smoked Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Sandwiches with Basil Olive Pesto Recipe

Name: Smoked Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Sandwiches with Basil Olive Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 ounces dried tomatoes (about 3/4 cup), not packed in oil; a long loaf (about 20 inches) French or Italian bread; about 1/2 cup basil olive pesto; 6 to 8 ounces smoked chicken breast, sliced thin; 1/2 bunch arugula, trimmed, washed well, and spun dry (about 1 cup); Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.; 1 large garlic clove; 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed well and spun dry; 1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leaf), washed well and spun dry; 1/3 cup pine nuts; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and chopped fine

Servings: persons

3 ounces dried tomatoes (about 3/4 cup), not packed in oil
a long loaf (about 20 inches) French or Italian bread
about 1/2 cup basil olive pesto
6 to 8 ounces smoked chicken breast, sliced thin
1/2 bunch arugula, trimmed, washed well, and spun dry (about 1 cup)
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
1 large garlic clove
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed well and spun dry
1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leaf), washed well and spun dry
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and chopped fine

1
In a heatproof bowl pour enough boiling water over tomatoes to cover and let stand 20 to 30 minutes, or until soft.
2
Drain tomatoes and pat dry.
3
Cut loaf diagonally into 4 pieces and halve each piece horizontally.
4
Spread pesto on cut sides of bread and make 4 sandwiches with chicken, tomatoes, and arugula.
5
To a food processor with motor running add garlic and blend until minced.
6
Add basil, parsley, and nuts and blend well.
7
Add oil and blend until smooth.
8
Transfer pesto to a bowl and stir in olives.
9
Pesto may be made 5 days ahead and chilled, surface covered tightly with plastic wrap.
10
Bring pesto to room temperature before using.

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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 ounces dried tomatoes (about 3/4 cup), not packed in oil, a long loaf (about 20 inches) French or Italian bread, about 1/2 cup basil olive pesto, 6 to 8 ounces smoked chicken breast, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Smoked Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Sandwiches with Basil Olive Pesto 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.

Smoked Chicken and Sun-Dried Tomato Sandwiches with Basil Olive Pesto

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