Orange Chicken Panini

Elevate your sandwich game with this irresistible Orange Chicken Panini, where bold flavors meet gourmet comfort. Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a tangy-sweet blend of fresh orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and garlic, then seared to perfection and smothered in a luscious orange glaze. Paired with melted provolone cheese, crisp baby spinach, and artisanal ciabatta bread, this panini is pressed until golden and oozy, capturing the perfect balance of savory and sweet. Ready in just 35 minutes, this vibrant recipe is ideal for a quick yet sophisticated lunch or dinner. Serve it with extra orange sauce for dipping and watch it become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast
• 0.5 cup Orange juice
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 4 pieces Ciabatta bread or panini rolls
• 4 slices Provolone cheese
• 1 cup Baby spinach
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together orange juice, soy sauce, honey, and minced garlic to prepare the marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for 15 minutes.

Step 4

Heat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts for 5–6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.

Step 5

In the same skillet, pour the remaining marinade. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, then stir it into the marinade. Cook for 2–3 minutes, whisking constantly, until the sauce thickens. Set aside.

Step 6

Preheat your panini press (or a grill pan if using).

Step 7

Slice each ciabatta bread or panini roll in half horizontally. Spread a small amount of the thickened orange sauce on the bottom half of each roll.

Step 8

Layer the sliced chicken, 1 slice of provolone cheese, and a handful of baby spinach on each sandwich. Top with the other half of the roll.

Step 9

Brush the outer sides of the bread with olive oil, then place the sandwiches on the panini press or grill pan. Cook for 3–5 minutes, or until the bread is golden brown and the cheese is melted.

Step 10

Serve the Orange Chicken Panini hot with extra orange sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	919.5 grams (919.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1909

Total Fat 62.70g	80%
Saturated Fat 25.00g	125%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.60g
Cholesterol 286mg	95%
Sodium 5072mg	221%
Total Carbohydrate 214.20g	78%
Dietary Fiber 8.60g	31%
Total Sugars 50.20g
Protein 128.90g	258%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1012mg	78%
Iron 11mg	59%
Potassium 1543mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.1%

Protein: 26.6%

Carbs: 44.2%