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DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Easy

SERVES:

8

COURSE:

Sandwich

CUISINE:

American

DIFFICULTY LEVEL:

Easy

SERVES:

8

COURSE:

Sandwich

CUISINE:

American

Mini Chicken Caprese Sandwhiches

These bite-sized delights feature a crispy baguette base spread with aromatic basil pesto, layered with peppery arugula, juicy tomato slices, tender shredded chicken, and creamy mozzarella. Grilled to perfection, the cheese melts beautifully, binding the ingredients together in a warm, savory bite. Perfect for appetizers, parties, or a quick snack, these sandwiches offer a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad.

Mini Chicken Caprese Sandwhiches

These bite-sized delights feature a crispy baguette base spread with aromatic basil pesto, layered with peppery arugula, juicy tomato slices, tender shredded chicken, and creamy mozzarella. Grilled to perfection, the cheese melts beautifully, binding the ingredients together in a warm, savory bite. Perfect for appetizers, parties, or a quick snack, these sandwiches offer a delightful twist on the classic Caprese salad.

Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cook Time:

5 minutes

Total Time:

15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Easy

Serves:

8

Course:

Sandwich

Cuisine:

American

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 large baguette, sliced into 32 1/2-inch think slices 

  • 1/4 cup prepared basil pesto 

  • 1 cup arugula 

  • 16 slices tomatoes 

  • 1 (10 or 12.5 oz.) can chunk chicken in water, drained and flaked 

  • 1 (12 oz./340 g) mozzarella cheese ball, sliced into 16 slices

INGREDIENTS

  • 1 large baguette, sliced into 32 1/2-inch think slices 

  • 1/4 cup prepared basil pesto 

  • 1 cup arugula 

  • 16 slices tomatoes 

  • 1 (10 or 12.5 oz.) can chunk chicken in water, drained and flaked 

  • 1 (12 oz./340 g) mozzarella cheese ball, sliced into 16 slices

INSTRUCTIONS

Spread half of the baguette slices with pesto; layer arugula, tomatoes, chicken and mozzarella cheese over top; cap with remaining baguette slices. Grill in panini press for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread is grilled.

ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories ~1,400 kcal
Protein ~60 g
Total Fat ~70 g
Saturated Fat ~20 g
Carbohydrates ~120 g
Sugar ~10 g
Fiber ~8 g
Cholesterol ~75 mg
Sodium ~1,100 mg

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Canned Chicken, Easy Meals, Weeknight Recipes, Family Friendly

INSTRUCTIONS

Spread half of the baguette slices with pesto; layer arugula, tomatoes, chicken and mozzarella cheese over top; cap with remaining baguette slices. Grill in panini press for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese is melted and bread is grilled.

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ESTIMATED NUTRITIONAL VALUES

Calories ~1,400 kcal
Protein ~60 g
Total Fat ~70 g
Saturated Fat ~20 g
Carbohydrates ~120 g
Sugar ~10 g
Fiber ~8 g
Cholesterol ~75 mg
Sodium ~1,100 mg

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Tags:

Canned Chicken, Easy Meals, Weeknight Recipes, Family Friendly

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