Best 7 Italian Chicken Club Recipes

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Italian chicken club is a classic dish that combines the flavors of Italy with the convenience of a club sandwich. It features grilled chicken breasts topped with prosciutto, mozzarella cheese, and pesto sauce, all nestled between two slices of toasted bread. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a flavorful dinner option, this versatile recipe will satisfy your craving for something delicious and satisfying.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ITALIAN CHICKEN CLUB



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Like a blast of Mediterranean sunshine, this easy chicken sandwich is unmistakably Italian, with sun-dried tomatoes, pesto, and balsamic vinegar.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup basil pesto
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
6 focaccia breads, each cut horizontally in half
8 oz thinly sliced oven-roasted chicken breast (from deli)
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and thinly sliced
4 oz sliced mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In small bowl, mix pesto and balsamic vinegar. Spread mixture on bottom half of each focaccia bread. Top with chicken, tomatoes and mozzarella.
  • Top each with other half of focaccia bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 71 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 4 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1920 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

ITALIAN RESTAURANT CHICKEN



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Here's a healthful dish that's a favorite with family and friends. While the chicken and sauce cook, I make pasta to serve with it. The moist, tender, richly seasoned chicken is something special! -Patricia Nieh, Portola Valley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 pounds), cut up and skin removed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup finely chopped celery
1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 cup minced fresh basil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, brown chicken in oil in batches. Remove and keep warm., In same pan, saute onion, celery, carrot and garlic in pan drippings until tender. Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in tomatoes, bay leaf, rosemary and chicken; bring to a boil., Cover and bake 50-60 minutes or until juices run clear. Discard bay leaf; sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 442mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN CLUB SANDWICH



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 5m

Yield Makes 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 Breaded Chicken Cutlets
4 slices of American or Cheddar cheese
Mayonnaise
4 kaiser rolls
8 slices of cooked bacon
4 leaves lettuce
4 slices tomato

Steps:

  • Top cutlets with cheese for the last 2 minutes of cooking so cheese melts. Spread mayonnaise on rolls. For each sandwich, top with 1/2 cutlet, 2 slices of cooked bacon, 1 leaf lettuce, and 1 slice tomato.

CHICKEN CLUB PASTA SALAD



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Chicken club sandwich-style pasta! Substitute Monterey Jack cheese for the Muenster, if desired.

Provided by Lane J

Categories     Salad     100+ Pasta Salad Recipes     Chicken Pasta Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces corkscrew-shaped pasta
¾ cup Italian-style salad dressing
¼ cup mayonnaise
2 cups chopped, cooked rotisserie chicken
12 slices crispy cooked bacon, crumbled
1 cup cubed Muenster cheese
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
8 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook pasta in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water.
  • Whisk Italian-style dressing and mayonnaise together in a large bowl. Stir pasta, chicken, bacon, Muenster cheese, celery, green bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado into dressing until evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.5 calories, Carbohydrate 37.1 g, Cholesterol 47.9 mg, Fat 30.1 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 19.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.1 g, Sodium 723 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

ITALIAN BAKED CHICKEN



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For a casual get-together, this saucy herbed chicken is a terrific choice. Serve it over angel hair pasta for a delicious dinner that's special enough for company. -Marcello Basco, Deerfield Beach, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
5 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup tomato puree
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
4 slices mozzarella cheese
4 tomato slices
4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese
Hot cooked angel hair pasta
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, salt and pepper; add chicken, one piece at a time, and shake to coat. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown chicken in 2 tablespoons oil on each side. Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. , In the same skillet, saute garlic in remaining oil for 1 minute. Stir in the broth, tomato puree, basil and oregano. Bring to a boil. Pour mixture over chicken., Cover and bake at 400° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. , Remove chicken and set aside. Pour sauce into a small bowl and keep warm. Return chicken to the pan; top with mozzarella and tomato. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. , Bake, uncovered, for 6-8 minutes or until cheese is melted. Arrange pasta on a large serving platter; top with chicken. Pour sauce over chicken and sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 477 calories, Fat 23g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 125mg cholesterol, Sodium 1124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 46g protein.

EASY CLUB CHICKEN



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Provided by Six Sisters Stuff

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups crushed Club crackers (or townhouse)
1 (1 ounce) package Italian salad dressing mix
4 Tablespoons butter
6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (thawed)
Pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 375 degrees.
  • Spray a 9 x 13 inch pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a bowl, add the cracker crumbs and and Italian dressing mix, and stir until well-combined.
  • Melt the butter in a separate bowl.
  • Dip the chicken breast in the butter, and roll in the cracker crumbs.
  • Place on prepared baking pan.
  • Sprinkle with pepper to cook.
  • Bake for 1 hours at 375 degrees, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees.

Nutrition Facts : Servingsize 1 serving, Calories 2052 kcal, Fat 134 g, SaturatedFat 53 g, Cholesterol 586 mg, Sodium 1388 mg, Carbohydrate 48 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 157 mg

ITALIAN MARINATED CHICKEN



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Seasoned chicken breasts marinated in Italian-style salad dressing, then sauteed. Only four ingredients make a ferociously simple and tasty dish! Great tasting Italian chicken. Prego! Serve with noodles or rice, if desired.

Provided by JWilliams

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 2h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
salt and pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) bottle Italian-style salad dressing
⅓ cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • To Marinate: Place chicken in a nonporous glass dish or bowl. Poke several holes in breasts with a fork; season with salt and pepper to taste and cover with salad dressing. Toss to coat, cover dish and refrigerate to marinate for 2 hours.
  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Remove chicken from marinade (discarding of any remaining marinade) and saute in skillet for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 613.7 calories, Carbohydrate 11.5 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 51.2 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 1905.8 mg, Sugar 9.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your Italian Chicken Club. Opt for organic, free-range chicken, ripe tomatoes, and quality mozzarella cheese.
  • Marinate the chicken: Marinating the chicken in a flavorful mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices will help to tenderize and infuse it with flavor. Allow the chicken to marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Make sure the chicken is cooked all the way through before serving. The safe internal temperature for cooked chicken is 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius). Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it is cooked properly.
  • Toast the bread: Toasting the bread will help to make it crispy and flavorful. You can toast the bread in a toaster, on a grill, or in a skillet.
  • Don't skimp on the sauce: The sauce is what really brings the Italian Chicken Club together. Use a generous amount of your favorite marinara sauce or pesto.
  • Add your favorite toppings: Once you have assembled your Italian Chicken Club, feel free to add your favorite toppings. Some popular options include avocado, bacon, roasted red peppers, and grilled mushrooms.

Conclusion:

The Italian Chicken Club is a delicious and versatile sandwich that can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack. With its flavorful grilled chicken, fresh vegetables, and creamy sauce, the Italian Chicken Club is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the Italian Chicken Club a try.

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