Golden grilled cheese with shredded chicken, fresh pesto, and melted mozzarella. A savory fusion sandwich perfect for lunch or dinner.
# What You Need:
→ Bread & Dairy
01 - 4 slices sourdough or Italian bread
02 - 4 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced or shredded
03 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
→ Protein
04 - 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast
→ Sauces & Spreads
05 - 3 tbsp basil pesto, store-bought or homemade
→ Optional Add-Ins
06 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 small tomato, thinly sliced
08 - Fresh basil leaves
# Steps:
01 - Lay out the bread slices and spread 1 to 1.5 tbsp pesto onto two of the slices.
02 - Evenly distribute the shredded chicken on top of the pesto-covered slices.
03 - Layer mozzarella cheese over the chicken. Add tomato slices and fresh basil if using. Sprinkle with Parmesan for extra flavor, if desired.
04 - Top with the remaining bread slices to form complete sandwiches.
05 - Spread the softened butter on the outsides of each sandwich, covering both top and bottom surfaces.
06 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place the sandwiches in the skillet, pressing them slightly with a spatula. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
07 - Remove from the skillet, let rest for 1 minute, then cut in half and serve warm.
