Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich with Basil Pesto

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-25 · Updated 2026-05-25

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A vibrant Italian-inspired sandwich featuring juicy grilled chicken, fresh mozzarella, ripe tomatoes, and a fragrant basil pesto spread. This Italian-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breast, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 550 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 1 Italian cuisine 550 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 oz chicken breast
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
1 ciabatta roll
2 oz, sliced fresh mozzarella cheese
1 medium, sliced ripe tomato
6 fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp basil pesto
1 tbsp balsamic glaze

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (around 400°F). Season 6 oz chicken breast evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper, then brush with 1 tbsp olive oil. Grill chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F and grill marks appear.
Step 2: While chicken cooks, slice 1 ciabatta roll horizontally and lightly toast on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and slightly crisp.
Step 3: Spread 2 tbsp basil pesto evenly on the bottom half of the toasted ciabatta roll. Layer 2 oz sliced fresh mozzarella, 1 medium sliced ripe tomato, and 6 fresh basil leaves on top.
Step 4: Slice the grilled chicken into 1/4-inch thick strips and arrange over the tomato layer. Drizzle 1 tbsp balsamic glaze over the chicken, then close the sandwich with the top half of the roll. Serve immediately.