Antipasto Chicken Sandwich

Health score
9%
Antipasto Chicken Sandwich
45 min.
4
465kcal

Suggestions

This Antipasto Chicken Sandwich is the perfect way to elevate your lunch or dinner routine! With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and hearty meal that's sure to satisfy your cravings. The combination of shredded chicken, artichokes, roasted peppers, and sun-dried olives creates an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Not to mention, the addition of fontina cheese adds a creamy and indulgent touch.

But what sets this sandwich apart is the unique twist of using olive tapenade and pancetta. The tapenade adds a briny, savory kick, while the pancetta provides a crispy, salty contrast. By spreading the olive paste on the bottom half of the focaccia and layering the ingredients, you create a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. The cast-iron skillet plays a crucial role in toasting the bread and giving the sandwich a delightful crunch.

This recipe is not only mouthwatering but also boasts an impressive nutritional profile. With a good balance of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, it will keep you energized and satisfied. The variety of vitamins and minerals present in the ingredients contribute to your overall health and well-being. So, whether you're looking for a tasty treat or a nutritious meal, this Antipasto Chicken Sandwich is a winner!

Ingredients

  • 10 ounce flour cut in half horizontally
  • ounces fontina shredded
  • 0.5 cup marinated artichoke drained coarsely chopped
  • tablespoons olive tapenade 
  • ounces pancetta thinly sliced
  • cups chicken breast shredded boneless skinless
  • 0.5 cup roasted peppers red coarsely chopped
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried olives drained chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Spread bottom half of focaccia with olive paste. Arrange chicken on top of paste. Arrange artichokes, tomatoes, peppers, and prosciutto over chicken.
  2. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with top half of focaccia; press gently.
  3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add sandwich to pan.
  5. Place a cast-iron or heavy skillet on top of sandwich; press gently to flatten. Cook 2 minutes on each side or until bread is lightly toasted (leave cast-iron skillet on sandwich while cooking).
  6. Cut into 4 wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Calories465kcal
Protein25.46%
Fat35.3%
Carbs39.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.5
Glycemic Load
16.13
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.515217620394%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:465.03kcal
23.25%
Fat:18.42g
28.33%
Saturated Fat:5.35g
33.42%
Carbohydrates:46.06g
15.35%
Net Carbohydrates:42.42g
15.42%
Sugar:6.88g
7.64%
Cholesterol:73.8mg
24.6%
Sodium:1053.88mg
45.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:29.88g
59.77%
Vitamin B3:9.75mg
48.77%
Selenium:29.71µg
42.45%
Vitamin B6:0.69mg
34.4%
Phosphorus:279.41mg
27.94%
Vitamin C:19.68mg
23.85%
Potassium:811.81mg
23.19%
Vitamin B5:1.5mg
15.02%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.83%
Fiber:3.64g
14.57%
Magnesium:51.79mg
12.95%
Copper:0.25mg
12.39%
Vitamin A:618.34IU
12.37%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.14%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.05%
Calcium:109.72mg
10.97%
Iron:1.94mg
10.77%
Zinc:1.4mg
9.36%
Vitamin B12:0.46µg
7.65%
Vitamin K:6.43µg
6.12%
Folate:16µg
4%
Vitamin E:0.24mg
1.62%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.44%