Chicken Pesto Sandwiches

By Cheryl-4

These easy sandwiches are great for game day! They’re tasty and easy to prep ahead and assemble at the event.

Ingredients

• 6 Boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each) (flatten to 1/4 in thickness)
• 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 peppers, drained
• 1/4 pound fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into six slices

Preparation

Step 1

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 the remaining pesto over the remaining toast; place on top.