Delicious and Easy Chicken Pesto Paninis

This recipe for chicken pesto paninis brings together the perfect combination of flavors and textures. Tender chicken, creamy pesto sauce, and crusty bread are grilled to perfection, making for a satisfying and tasty meal. In just a few simple steps, you can create a restaurant-worthy panini right in your own kitchen. Whether served as a lunchtime treat or a weeknight dinner, these chicken pesto paninis are sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

• 4 chicken breasts
• 1 cup basil leaves
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup pine nuts
• 2 garlic cloves
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper
• 8 slices of Italian bread
• 8 slices of mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons butter

Directions

1. Preheat your grill or panini press.
2. In a food processor, combine the basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, pine nuts, garlic, and olive oil. Pulse until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
4. Grill the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Remove from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
5. Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips.
6. Spread pesto sauce on one side of each slice of bread.
7. Layer the sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes on top of the pesto sauce.
8. Top with another slice of bread to make a sandwich.
9. Heat a panini press or a skillet over medium heat. Add butter to the pan.
10. Place the sandwiches in the panini press or skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.
11. Remove from the panini press or skillet and let the sandwiches cool for a few minutes before serving.
12. Cut the sandwiches in half and serve hot.

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