I chose to share this fucking recipe for Chicken Pesto Panini because it's the perfect combination of crispy bread, savory grilled chicken, creamy pesto, and gooey cheese. It's a goddamn flavor explosion that will make you question why the hell you ever settled for a boring-ass sandwich.

Let me tell you something, all these pretentious food trends can go straight to hell! I'm sick of seeing overpriced kale salads and avocado toast on every fucking menu. Who the hell even likes kale that much anyway? Give me a hearty panini any day over that bougie nonsense.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (because bone-in chicken is for amateurs)
• Salt and pepper (for seasoning, like all fucking recipes need)
• 4 slices of crusty Italian bread (don't you dare use that flimsy white bread shit)
• 1/2 cup of pesto sauce (homemade or store-bought, I don't give a damn)
• 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese (because one type of cheese is for weaklings)
• 2 tablespoons of olive oil (extra virgin, like me)
• 1 garlic clove, minced (because garlic makes everything fucking better)

Step 1: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper like you actually give a shit about flavor. In a hot skillet, cook the chicken until it's golden brown and cooked through. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into thin strips.

Step 2: In a small bowl, mix the pesto sauce with the minced garlic. Spread this heavenly mixture on one side of each slice of bread, like you're fucking Michelangelo painting the Sistine Chapel.

Step 3: On the other side of the bread slices, pile on the sliced chicken and a generous amount of mozzarella cheese. Top each sandwich with another slice of bread, pesto side down.

Step 4: Heat a panini press or a skillet over medium heat. Brush the outsides of the sandwiches with olive oil because you want that perfect crispy crust. Grill the paninis for a few minutes on each side until the cheese is melted and the bread is golden brown.

Step 5: Cut the paninis in half like the savage you are and serve hot. Don't even think about waiting to eat these mouthwatering sandwiches.

What the fuck are you waiting for? Get your ass in the kitchen and start making this Chicken Pesto Panini now!

xoxo
The Very Fucking Angry Chef
posted on Saturday, June 15 2024