Description
A quick and delicious Italian-inspired sandwich with chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless chicken breasts
- 4 slices fresh mozzarella
- 4 slices tomato
- 4 fresh basil leaves
- 2 ciabatta rolls
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Slice ciabatta rolls in half and brush with olive oil.
- Layer mozzarella, tomato, basil, and grilled chicken on the rolls.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
- Grill the sandwich in a panini press for 3-4 minutes until cheese melts.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for best flavor.
- Adjust seasoning to your preference.
- Can substitute ciabatta with sourdough or focaccia.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Chicken Caprese Panini, Italian sandwich, quick lunch recipe