Ingredients
4 large thick slices of Bread (sourdough, ciabatta, or country-style)
1.5 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken
1/3–1/2 cup Basil Pesto
5 oz Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, thinly sliced
8 Sun-Dried Tomatoes, patted dry
Butter, as needed for toasting
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine shredded chicken and basil pesto, mixing until evenly coated.
- Heat a non-stick skillet over low-medium heat and spread butter on one side of each bread slice.
- Place two slices of bread butter-side down in the skillet.
- Layer half of the mozzarella on one slice, followed by the pesto chicken mixture, sun-dried tomatoes, and the remaining mozzarella.
- Top with the other slices of bread, butter-side up.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and the cheese is fully melted.
- Remove from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then slice and serve warm.
Notes
Use ciabatta or sourdough bread for a sturdier, crispier texture.
Add roasted red peppers or chili flakes for a spicy twist.
Provolone or Havarti can replace mozzarella for a different melt and flavor.
Reheat leftovers in a skillet for the best texture—avoid microwaving.
Perfect served with tomato soup or a simple green salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 115mg