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Loaded Chicken Pesto Panini
A flavorful and hearty panini packed with fresh basil, roasted peppers, chicken, and a vibrant pesto, perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Dough & Bread
- 2 slices bread of choice Organic Rosemary Sourdough
Fats & Oils
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp ghee Fourth And Heart
Nuts & Seeds
- 1/3 cup nuts (walnuts and pine nuts)
Herbs & Spices
- 2 handfuls fresh basil leaves
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
Vegetables & Fruits
- 1 lemon lemon squeezed
- 1/2 avocado avocado, thinly sliced
Canned & Jarred Goods
- 1 jar marinated roasted sweet red peppers
- 2-4 slices cheese (goat cheese)
Proteins
- 6 slices organic deli chicken
Other
- 4 artichokes quartered
- 1 cup arugula
- 3 tbsp pesto
Water
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Spread pesto on bread slices and layer with chicken, roasted peppers, artichokes, avocado, cheese, and arugula.
- Top with the second bread slice and brush with ghee and olive oil.
- Grill the sandwich in a panini press until golden and cheese melts, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove from heat, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or cheese.