How do I make an unforgettable pesto chicken toastie?

Discover the ultimate flavor fusion with our pesto chicken toastie recipe. Juicy chicken, zesty pesto, and melted cheese – pure gourmet delight!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make an unforgettable pesto chicken toastie. Items include: Chicken breasts Olive oil Salt and black pepper Slices of bread Pesto Cheese Butter

Chicken breasts 2
Olive oil 2 tablespoons
Salt and black pepper To taste
Slices of bread 4
Pesto As needed
Cheese Grated, as desired
Butter As needed

Take note
Just a friendly reminder: handling raw chicken requires proper hygiene. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw chicken and ensure it's cooked through before eating.

1

Prepare the chicken

Start by marinating 2 chicken breasts in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and a sprinkle of salt and black pepper. Let the chicken soak up these tasty flavors for about 15 minutes.

2

Cook the chicken

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the marinated chicken breasts onto the pan. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side until they're nicely browned and fully cooked.

3

Spread the pesto

Take 4 slices of your favorite bread (we recommend sourdough for extra deliciousness). Spread a generous amount of pesto on each slice. If you're feeling fancy, you can make your own pesto too!

4

Add the chicken

Thinly slice the cooked chicken breasts and arrange the slices on two slices of bread. Make sure to cover the entire surface area for maximum flavor!

5

Top with cheese

Grate your preferred cheese (mozzarella, cheddar, or a combination) and sprinkle it generously over the chicken slices. Don't be shy with the cheese -- it's what makes this toastie extra indulgent!

6

Toast it up

Place the remaining two slices of bread on top to create sandwiches. Heat a pan or griddle over medium heat and lightly butter one side of each sandwich. Carefully place the sandwiches onto the heated pan, buttered side down.

7

Grill to perfection

Butter the top side of each sandwich while they're grilling in the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side, until the bread turns golden brown and the cheese inside has melted into a gooey delight.

8

Serve and enjoy!

Remove the toasties from the pan and let them cool for a moment. Slice them in half diagonally if you're feeling fancy. Grab a napkin because this divine combo of pesto, chicken, and melted cheese might get messy!