Chicken Pesto Paninis

Chicken Pesto Paninis

A delicious mix of chicken, pesto, veggies, and cheese all melted together on flavorful focaccia bread. Simple, fast, and very tasty – a nice change from normal sandwiches.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 focaccia bread, quartered
  • ½ cup prepared basil pesto
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken
  • ½ cup diced green bell pepper
  • ¼ cup diced red onion
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Directions

Step 1
Preheat a panini grill.

Step 2
Slice each quarter of focaccia bread in half horizontally. Spread each half with pesto. Layer bottom halves with equal amounts chicken, bell pepper, onion, and cheese. Top with remaining focaccia halves, forming 4 sandwiches.

Step 3
Grill paninis 5 minutes in the preheated grill, or until focaccia bread is golden brown and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

641
Calories
29g
Fat
61g
Carbs
32g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 641
% Daily Value *
Total Fat29g 38%
Saturated Fat11g 55%
Cholesterol61mg 20%
Sodium1076mg 47%
Total Carbohydrate61g 22%
Dietary Fiber4g 16%
Total Sugars2g
Protein32g
Vitamin C18mg 90%
Calcium529mg 41%
Iron5mg 28%
Potassium349mg 7%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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