SMOKY BELL-PEPPER PESTO ON GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES

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Smoky Bell-Pepper Pesto on Grilled Chicken Sandwiches image

Break your mayonnaise habit by slathering this fiery spread on sandwiches. Roasting brings out the sweetness of bell peppers, and chipotle pepper turns up the smoky-spicy quotient.

Provided by Martha Stewart

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

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 large roasted red bell peppers, stems and seeds removed
1 jarred chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped
1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic (about 1 small clove)
2 tablespoons raw almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
8 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
4 leaves escarole
4 slices sharp cheddar (4 ounces)

Steps:

  • Preheat grill to medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil. Grill chicken until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes, then slice on the bias.
  • Pulse bell peppers, chipotle pepper, garlic, almonds, and oregano in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil and process until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Spread each slice of bread with pesto. Layer with sliced chicken, escarole, and cheddar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 g, Cholesterol 91 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 717 g

Diana Venegas
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This recipe is a must-try for any fan of grilled chicken sandwiches.


Mina Lovestick
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I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used it to make sandwiches, wraps, and even pasta salad. It's always a hit.


Balkumari Ghale
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pesto. I always have a jar of pesto in my fridge, so this is a great way to use it up before it goes bad.


Haadi Bukhari
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook grilled chicken. This recipe is a great addition to my repertoire.


Murad Khan
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The smoky bell peppers are a fun and tasty way to add some extra nutrition to their meal.


Gaming Rokibul
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I love the combination of smoky bell peppers and pesto. It's a unique and delicious twist on a classic sandwich.


Asib Arman
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Roumaissa benghida
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I tried this recipe last night and it was amazing! The pesto was so flavorful and the grilled chicken was cooked perfectly. My whole family loved it.


Sharif miah
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves grilled chicken sandwiches.


Sheikh Roman
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover grilled chicken. It's also a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal.


Molean Pomoso
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I'm not usually a fan of pesto, but this recipe changed my mind. The smoky bell peppers added a delicious depth of flavor.


Peyton Luc
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The smokiness of the bell peppers really came through in the pesto. It was the perfect complement to the grilled chicken.


Azahar Khan
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I can have a delicious and healthy meal on the table in under 30 minutes.


Joshua Usher
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This recipe was a hit at my last BBQ! The smoky bell pepper pesto added a unique and flavorful twist to the classic grilled chicken sandwich.