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Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich


Grilled Chicken Caprese Sandwich

Ingredients
• 1 tablespoon flat leaf parsley finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh basil finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• ½ teaspoon garlic paste
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• Olive oil
• 1 boneless skinless chicken breast, pounded thinly
• 2 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
• 2 Turano Gourmet Sandwich Rolls
• 1 fresh ripe tomato sliced
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese packed in water and sliced
• A handful of fresh basil leaves
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions
① Make Gremolata SpreadIn a small bowl, mix together the finely chopped basil and parsley, the lemon zest, garlic paste, and olive oil. Set aside until ready to use.
② Make Caprese Chicken Sandwich. Pour olive oil into a grill pan or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
③ Season chicken breast on both sides with italian seasoning and kosher salt. Cook the chicken breast on the hot pan for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown, then flipping and cooking on the other side for another 2-3 minutes.
④ Take from the pan with tongs and set onto a plate to rest before serving.
⑤ Add a light drizzle of olive oil to the pan, then place the Turano Gourmet Rolls on it to toast.
⑥ Remove toasted Gourmet Rolls from the heat and place them onto a serving plate.
⑦ Slice the cooked chicken breast width-wise and place on top of the melted mozzarella cheese, then top with slices of tomato. Season lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, then add basil leaves and spoon on some of the gremolata. Add more cheese, if desired.
⑧ Smoosh the second bread slice on top and enjoy!
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