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January 6, 2018 By Linda Spiker Leave a Comment

Chicken-Burrata-Pesto Grilled Cheese and Salad for Two!

Grilled cheese is a classic, comfort dinner. While remaining casual this Chicken Burrata Pesto Grilled Cheese Salad takes it to the next level, perfect for couples who want comfort food, but plenty of healthy greens too.
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What’s In The Salad?

We keep the salad really simple: greens, colorful cherry tomatoes, and pine nuts drizzled in a flavorful balsamic! This combination works perfectly with this hearty, savory sandwich.

Chicken-Burrata-Pesto Grilled Cheese and Salad for Two!

The Sandwich:

This isn’t your mama’s grilled cheese sandwich. Hearty sourdough bread (I use gluten free from New Grains, they ship!), chicken, creamy burrata and beautiful basil pesto come together to make a satisfying, delicious meal!

Chicken-Burrata-Pesto Grilled Cheese and Salad for Two!

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It’s up to you. You can find my recipe for homemade pesto here, but if you choose to keep it less work then use a quality brand from the store.

Chicken-Burrata-Pesto Grilled Cheese and Salad for Two!

The Recipe: Chicken-Burrata-Pesto Grilled Cheese and Salad for Two!

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Chicken-Burrata-Pesto Grilled Cheese and Salad for Two!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 

A casual meal that still hits the spot: chicken, burrata, and pesto grilled cheese served with a simple salad!

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy dinner recipe, easy lunch recipe
Servings: 2 sandwiches
Author: Linda Spiker
Ingredients
The Dressing:
  • 3 tablepoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon good quality balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • sea salt pepper
The Salad:
  • 3 cups mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
The Sandwiches:
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 slices of your favorite artisan bread I use GF sourdough
  • 4 oz burrata cheese or mozzarella
  • basil pesto store bought or see how to make your own, see link in blog post
  • sliced rotisserie chicken or lunch meat chicken
Instructions
  1. Place all ingredients for dressing into a small bowl and whisk until emulsified
  2. Place salad ingredients in a bowl or on a platter
  3. Spread butter onto one side of each piece of bread
  4. Heat a grill pan on medium/high heat for at least two minutes
  5. Use a knife to spread pesto onto each slice of bread
  6. When pan is hot turn heat down to medium and add 1 tablespoon butter to pan
  7. Place two slices on bread (pesto side up) onto pan
  8. Add sliced chicken and cheese and place second piece of bread on top
  9. Place panini pan lid onto sandwiches (or use a spatula to press firmly)
  10. When grill marks form and bread is golden and crispy, spread butter on top piece of bread and turn sandwich over, press and cook until second side is done and cheese is melted
  11. Toss greens in desired amount of salad dressing, serve

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We’ve spent all our adult lives raising a large family. Now that all six kids are gone, we are empty nesters, enjoying the freedom but adjusting to cooking for two! So whether you are newlyweds, roommates or empty nesters, we’re here to help you keep the spark alive, eat delicious meals and enjoy each other’s company in the most fun & savory way possible. Because the couple that cooks together, stays together! Contact us at [email protected]

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