Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 unit

chipotle chile in adobo

chopped small

4 slice

panini bread

toasted

0.25 cup

pesto sauce

homemade

2 slice

roasted chicken breast

sliced

0.5 cup

baby spinach leaves

fresh

0.25 cup

red onion

sliced into crescents

2 tbsp

black olives

sliced

Step 1
~2 min

Chop the chipotle chile into small pieces.

Step 2
~2 min

Stir the chopped chipotle into the pesto sauce until well combined.

Step 3
~2 min

Spread the chipotle pesto evenly onto each slice of toasted panini bread.

Step 4
~2 min

Add roasted chicken breast slices to one slice of each sandwich.

Step 5
~2 min

Top with baby spinach leaves.

Step 6
~2 min

Add sliced red onion crescents.

Step 7
~2 min

Distribute sliced black olives on top of the other ingredients.

Step 8
~2 min

Cut each sandwich in half.

Step 9
~2 min

Serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a slice of provolone or mozzarella cheese for extra flavor.

Grill the sandwich in a panini press for a warm, crispy texture.

Use marinated artichoke hearts for a Mediterranean twist.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The pesto can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of Italian pasta salad.

Pair with a cup of tomato soup.

Offer a selection of dipping sauces.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Pasta Salad
Tomato Soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Sicily, Italy

Cultural Significance

Showcases the bold flavors and fresh ingredients of Sicilian cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Picnic
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

60/100

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