Smoky Chicken Panini with Basil Mayo

Health score
35%
Smoky Chicken Panini with Basil Mayo
45 min.
4
965kcal

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If you’re looking to elevate your lunch game or impress at dinner, the Smoky Chicken Panini with Basil Mayo is the perfect choice! This luscious sandwich combines the savory goodness of grilled chicken with the unique flavor of smoked Gouda cheese, creating a delightful contrast that your taste buds will adore. The addition of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh baby spinach adds both texture and freshness, making each bite an adventure.

The real star of this dish, however, is the creamy basil mayo, which infuses the panini with a herbaceous zing that perfectly complements the smoky notes of the chicken and cheese. With just 45 minutes to whip up four hearty servings, this recipe is not only delicious but also incredibly convenient for busy days. Whether you’re looking for an easy lunch during the week or a satisfying main dish for weekend gatherings, this panini is sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

Bite into this warm, toasty creation, and let the rich flavors melt in your mouth. Perfectly golden on the outside and packed with a medley of fresh ingredients on the inside, the Smoky Chicken Panini with Basil Mayo is sure to impress family and friends alike. Get ready to savor every delicious moment!

Ingredients

  • cup baby spinach loosely packed
  • tablespoons butter melted
  • lb chicken breast 
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  • 0.5 pound gouda cheese smoked sliced
  • 0.5 teaspoon lemon zest 
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • slices sourdough bread 
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives thinly sliced

Equipment

  • grill
  • panini press

Directions

  1. Preheat grill to 350 to 400 (medium-high) heat.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with salt and pepper. Grill chicken, covered with grill lid, 7 to 10 minutes on each side or until done.
  3. Let stand 10 minutes, and cut into slices.
  4. Stir together mayonnaise and next 2 ingredients.
  5. Spread mixture on 1 side of each bread slice. Top 4 bread slices with chicken, Gouda, and next 2 ingredients. Top with remaining bread slices, mayonnaise mixture sides down.
  6. Brush sandwiches with melted butter.
  7. Cook sandwiches, in batches, in a preheated panini press 2 to 3 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts

Calories965kcal
Protein22.24%
Fat47.86%
Carbs29.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
92.88
Glycemic Load
52.58
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
40.135217314181%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.48mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.3mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:964.93kcal
48.25%
Fat:51.27g
78.88%
Saturated Fat:20.01g
125.05%
Carbohydrates:72.07g
24.02%
Net Carbohydrates:68.19g
24.8%
Sugar:9.97g
11.08%
Cholesterol:171.55mg
57.18%
Sodium:1915.82mg
83.3%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:53.6g
107.2%
Selenium:82.33µg
117.61%
Vitamin B3:18.72mg
93.62%
Vitamin K:92.24µg
87.84%
Phosphorus:719.35mg
71.94%
Vitamin B1:1.04mg
69.63%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.69%
Vitamin B2:0.91mg
53.36%
Calcium:491.43mg
49.14%
Folate:195.55µg
48.89%
Manganese:0.91mg
45.52%
Iron:6.49mg
36.07%
Zinc:4.44mg
29.59%
Vitamin A:1450.41IU
29.01%
Magnesium:107.43mg
26.86%
Potassium:927.96mg
26.51%
Vitamin B5:2.45mg
24.48%
Vitamin B12:1.15µg
19.19%
Copper:0.36mg
18.17%
Fiber:3.88g
15.54%
Vitamin E:1.94mg
12.96%
Vitamin C:6.67mg
8.08%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes