SMOKED CHICKEN AND SUN-DRIED TOMATO SANDWICHES WITH BASIL OLIVE PESTO

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Categories     Sandwich     Food Processor     Chicken     Olive     Tomato     Lunch     Basil     Arugula     Summer     Chill     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 14

For Sandwiches
3 ounces dried tomatoes (about 3/4 cup), not packed in oil
a long loaf (about 20 inches) French or Italian bread
about 1/2 cup basil olive pesto
6 to 8 ounces smoked chicken breast, sliced thin
1/2 bunch arugula, trimmed, washed well, and spun dry (about 1 cup)
BASIL OLIVE PESTO
Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.
1 large garlic clove
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, washed well and spun dry
1 cup packed fresh parsley leaves (preferably flat-leaf), washed well and spun dry
1/3 cup pine nuts
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup Kalamata or other brine-cured black olives, pitted and chopped fine

Steps:

  • Make sandwiches:
  • In a heatproof bowl pour enough boiling water over tomatoes to cover and let stand 20 to 30 minutes, or until soft. Drain tomatoes and pat dry.
  • Cut loaf diagonally into 4 pieces and halve each piece horizontally. Spread pesto on cut sides of bread and make 4 sandwiches with chicken, tomatoes, and arugula.
  • Make Basil Olive Pesto:
  • To a food processor with motor running add garlic and blend until minced. Add basil, parsley, and nuts and blend well. Add oil and blend until smooth. Transfer pesto to a bowl and stir in olives. Pesto may be made 5 days ahead and chilled, surface covered tightly with plastic wrap.
  • Bring pesto to room temperature before using. Makes about 3/4 cup.

wilfred phokwane
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This sandwich is delicious! I love the combination of flavors.


Tiffany Tarry
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my sandwich was a disaster. The chicken was tough and the sun-dried tomatoes were burnt.


Afkar Khan
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This sandwich is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great option for a quick and easy lunch.


ias eatsit
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I love this sandwich! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Sanjay Pasman
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This sandwich was disappointing. The chicken was dry and the sun-dried tomatoes were too acidic.


Cikizwa Mdidimba
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This is the best chicken sandwich I've ever had. The smoked chicken is so flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes and basil pesto add the perfect amount of tang.


pastel fox!
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I've made this sandwich several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it!


Hassan Sajjad
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This sandwich is amazing! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the sun-dried tomatoes and basil pesto are the perfect complement.


Blue Blue
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The chicken was a bit overcooked, but the sun-dried tomatoes and basil pesto were delicious.


maria Oseni
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This sandwich was a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would have liked it better if the chicken had been more moist.


Kosisochukwu Emmanuel
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I'm not a big fan of chicken sandwiches, but this one was really good. The smoked chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes and basil pesto added a lot of flavor.


Kitteniscute678 Sweetnovember04!!
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This sandwich is so easy to make, and it's packed with flavor. I love the smoky flavor of the chicken and the tangy sun-dried tomatoes.


Narek Ohanyan
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I love the combination of smoked chicken and sun-dried tomatoes. The basil pesto is a great addition, too. This sandwich is perfect for a quick and easy lunch.


Mohamed Charik
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This sandwich was a hit with my family! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sun-dried tomatoes and basil pesto added a delicious tang. I'll definitely be making this again.