Chicken Pesto Sandwiches Recipe

By pattie_d

Ingredients

• 6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
• 3/4 cup prepared pesto, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 12 slices Italian bread (1/2 inch thick), toasted
• 1 jar (12 ounces) roasted sweet red peppers, drained
• 1/4 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into six slices

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness. Spread 1 tablespoon pesto over each chicken breast; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 3-5 minutes on each side or until no longer pink.
Spread 3 tablespoons pesto over six slices of toast; layer with red peppers, chicken and cheese. Spread remaining pesto over remaining toast; place over top. Yield: 6 servings.