SMOKY BELL-PEPPER PESTO ON GRILLED CHICKEN SANDWICHES

Smoky Bell-Pepper Pesto on Grilled Chicken Sandwiches image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 large roasted red bell peppers, stems and seeds removed
1 jarred chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped
1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic (about 1 small clove)
2 tablespoons raw almonds, toasted
1 teaspoon fresh oregano
8 slices whole-grain bread, toasted
4 leaves escarole
4 slices sharp cheddar (4 ounces)

Steps:

Preheat grill to medium-high. Season chicken with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil. Grill chicken until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side. Let stand 5 minutes, then slice on the bias.
Pulse bell peppers, chipotle pepper, garlic, almonds, and oregano in a food processor until coarsely chopped. Drizzle remaining 2 tablespoons oil and process until combined. Season with salt and pepper.
Spread each slice of bread with pesto. Layer with sliced chicken, escarole, and cheddar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 g, Cholesterol 91 g, Fat 21 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 38 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 717 g