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Crispy Chicken Pesto Melt

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Ingredients 

Serving Size: 1 sandwich

  • 2 slices of sourdough bread

  • 3 provolone cheese slices

  • Homemade pesto (recipe below)

  • 2 crispy chicken cutlets (recipe below)

  • 2-3 slices of prosciutto

  • 4 sun-dried tomatoes, sliced

  • A handful of arugula

  • A pinch of Malden salt

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • A drizzle of balsamic glaze

  • A small handful of shredded parmesan cheese

Homemade Pesto:

  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves

  • 1/4 cup pine nuts (or walnuts)

  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated

  • 1/4 cup olive oil

  • 1-2 cloves of garlic

  • A squeeze of lemon juice

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions 

Step 1: Make the Homemade Pesto

  1. In a food processor, combine basil leaves, pine nuts, parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

  2. Pulse until finely chopped.

  3. Slowly add the olive oil while continuing to blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.

Step 2: Prepare the Chicken Cutlets

  1. If you don't already have crispy chicken cutlets, bread and fry or bake them. You can bread the chicken by dipping it in flour, then beaten egg, followed by breadcrumbs (seasoned with salt and pepper). Pan-fry in oil until golden and crispy, or bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Step 3: Assemble the Melt

  1. Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat. Once heated, add olive oil to the pan and place on slice of bread on top, then your provolone, then the other slice of bread. Cover and allow to get crispy and melt on both sides. Remove from heat.

  2. Separate the slices of bread and spread a generous amount of pesto on one side of each slice of sourdough bread.

  3. Layer the crispy chicken cutlet, prosciutto, sun-dried tomatoes, and a handful of arugula, salt, pepper, balsamic glaze, then parmesan.

  4. Top with the second slice of bread, pesto side facing inward.

  5. Slice the sandwich in half and serve immediately while the cheese is gooey and the bread is crispy!

Introducing the sandwich of your dreams: the Crispy Chicken Pesto Melt! This isn’t just your average lunch—this is a flavor-packed adventure in every bite. Picture a perfectly crispy, golden chicken cutlet nestled between two slices of toasted sourdough, with gooey provolone cheese oozing out, melting into a vibrant layer of homemade pesto. But we didn’t stop there—savory prosciutto adds a touch of indulgence, while sun-dried tomatoes bring a rich burst of umami. Fresh, peppery arugula adds a lively kick, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze ties it all together with a perfect balance of sweetness and tang. Topped with a sprinkle of parmesan and a pinch of Malden salt, this sandwich is a delicious symphony of textures and flavors—crunchy, creamy, savory, and just the right amount of sweet. It’s not just a meal; it’s a melt you’ll crave again and again!

sandwiches, pesto, chicken, sourdough, proscuitto

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