Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Chicken Caprese Panini Recipe, a perfect blend of juicy chicken, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil, all brought together with ripe tomatoes and a drizzle of balsamic glaze. This easy-to-make sandwich is ready in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. With its satisfying crunch and warm, melty interior, this panini is not only a feast for the taste buds but also an impressive dish to serve at any meal. Enjoy it for lunch, dinner, or even as a snack during game day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 8 slices brioche bread (or ciabatta)
- 1 pound cooked boneless chicken, thinly sliced
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- 2 firm tomatoes, sliced
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your panini press or skillet. Butter one side of each slice of bread.
- Layer four slices of bread butter-side down with chicken, mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil. Drizzle with balsamic glaze. Top with remaining bread slices butter-side up.
- Grill on the panini press for 1-2 minutes until golden brown and melty or use a skillet to grill each side for about 2 minutes.
- Let the paninis rest for a minute before slicing and serving warm.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch/Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 panini (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg