Chicken Pesto Panini

Ingredients

• 4 slices Sourdough bread
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, sliced
• 4 tablespoons Basil pesto
• 4 ounces Fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
• 0.25 cup Roasted red peppers(optional)
• 1 tablespoon Butter or olive oil
• 0.5 cup Fresh baby spinach(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your panini press or a large skillet over medium heat.

2. 2

   Spread one tablespoon of basil pesto on one side of each bread slice.

3. 3

   On two of the slices, layer the sliced chicken, mozzarella cheese, roasted red peppers, and spinach.

4. 4

   Top with the remaining bread slices, pesto-side down.

5. 5

   Lightly brush the outside of the sandwiches with butter or olive oil.

6. 6

   Place in the panini press and cook for 4-5 minutes until the bread is golden brown and the cheese has melted.

7. 7

   If using a skillet, weight the sandwich down with a heavy pan and cook for 3 minutes per side.

8. 8

   Slice diagonally and serve immediately.