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Grilled Chicken Panini Sandwich

A delicious and hearty grilled chicken panini packed with fresh ingredients and melted cheese, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

spices and oil

  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
  • 0.25 teaspoon onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken breast cutlets

bread and fillings

  • 1 14 ounce Italian loaf
  • 0.33 cup basil pesto
  • 6-8 slices Provolone or mozzarella cheese
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
  • 0.5 cup roasted red peppers, sliced
  • 1 cup packed fresh baby spinach leaves
  • as needed Olive oil spray

Instructions
 

  • Mix spices and olive oil, coat chicken, then grill until cooked through.
  • Slice bread, spread pesto, layer cheese, chicken, tomato, peppers, and spinach. Top with bread.
  • Grill in panini press or griddle until cheese melts and bread is toasted. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, press the sandwich firmly while grilling.
Keyword chicken, Panini