Rosemary Smoked Chicken Panini

Elevate your sandwich game with this Rosemary Smoked Chicken Panini—a gourmet delight that’s bursting with bold flavors and comforting textures. Featuring tender smoked chicken breast, aromatic fresh rosemary, and creamy provolone cheese, all tucked within crispy, golden ciabatta bread, this recipe delivers a perfect balance of smoky, herby, and cheesy goodness. A zesty mayo-Dijon mustard spread adds a tangy kick, while fresh arugula provides a peppery crunch in every bite. Made in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-follow recipe is ideal for quick lunches, satisfying dinners, or an impressive brunch option. Pair it with your favorite soup or salad for a complete, restaurant-quality meal at home! Perfectly grilled and irresistibly delicious, this panini is a must-try for sandwich lovers everywhere.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Smoked chicken breast
• 2 sprigs Fresh rosemary
• 2 loaves Ciabatta bread
• 4 slices Provolone cheese
• 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Arugula

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a panini press or a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Slice the ciabatta bread into halves lengthwise and lightly brush the inside of each half with olive oil.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and Dijon mustard until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly on the inner side of each bread half.

Step 4

Roughly chop the rosemary leaves from one sprig (reserve the second sprig for garnish or additional aroma) and sprinkle them over the mayonnaise mixture.

Step 5

Layer the smoked chicken breast slices on the bottom half of the bread, followed by two slices of provolone cheese for each sandwich.

Step 6

Top the cheese with a handful of arugula, spreading it evenly on each sandwich.

Step 7

Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper over the arugula for added flavor.

Step 8

Cover the sandwiches with the top half of the ciabatta bread.

Step 9

Place the sandwiches in the preheated panini press (or in the skillet with a heavy pan pressed on top to mimic a press) and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the bread is golden and crispy and the cheese has melted.

Step 10

Remove the panini from the press/skillet and let it rest for a minute before slicing in half for easier handling.

Step 11

Serve immediately with your favorite side salad or soup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1559.8 grams (1559.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4285

Total Fat 130.80g	168%
Saturated Fat 29.10g	146%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 406mg	135%
Sodium 8455mg	368%
Total Carbohydrate 554.10g	201%
Dietary Fiber 35.90g	128%
Total Sugars 1.20g
Protein 242.60g	485%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 934mg	72%
Iron 39mg	218%
Potassium 1093mg	23%

*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: 27.0%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 50.8%