A Grilled Chicken Pesto Sandwich is simple, fresh, and perfect for backyard grilling. It’s juicy grilled chicken layered with basil pesto, melty cheese, and toasted bread. This is a great recipe to pair with your Girls Gone Grillin’ SPG with a Kiss of Onion for extra flavor.
Ingredients
2 boneless chicken breasts
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Girls Gone Grillin’ SPG with a Kiss of Onion
4 slices ciabatta or sourdough bread
3–4 tbsp basil pesto
4 slices fresh mozzarella or provolone
1 tomato, sliced
Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Butter or mayo for toasting bread
Instructions
1. Season the Chicken
Brush chicken with olive oil and season both sides with SPG with a Kiss of Onion.
2. Grill the Chicken
Grill over medium-high heat (about 400°F) for 5–6 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Let rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
3. Toast the Bread
Butter or spread mayo on the outside of the bread and toast on the grill or in a skillet until golden.
4. Build the Sandwich
Layer on the bread:
pesto
grilled chicken
mozzarella
tomato
fresh basil
5. Melt & Finish
Place the sandwich back on the grill or in a panini press for 1–2 minutes until the cheese melts.
