Grilled Garlic Bread Pesto Chik'n Sammies

11/24/2024

Prep Time: 15 Min
Cook Time: 25 + Min

Yields: 2 Sandwiches

What You Need

Prepare any of the following recipes below and add a fat handful of fresh baby spinach.
Toasted Pine Nut Pesto
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/smashed-meatball-ciabattas-with-pesto-whipped-ricotta
Macadamia Nut Pesto
www.thehappyveg.ca/recipes/macadamia-nut-pesto

I prefer the Gardein Supreme Chik'n Filets. They're thicker than other brands and have a fabulous flavour. However, sub your fave plant-based chik'n or simply sub what you can find.
As I always say, sub in your favourite store-bought pesto if desired, but I'll always recommend making a fresh batch.

Preheat your oven according to the package directions for your chik'n patties. Get the patties on a parchment lined tray and spray them with cooking spray. Season the patties with salt, pepper, and pepper flakes. Bake according to package directions. Once the patties are golden brown and crisp, split the burrata between the two filets and return to the oven until melty.
PESTO - Prepare the pesto according to the provided recipes. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed to your tastes.

Once the filets are almost ready, start pre-heating a grill pan set to just about medium. Drizzle both sides of your sourdough slices with EVOO and once heated, slap the bread on the grill and grill until toasty and golden on both sides. If needed, grill in batches. Once your bread is toasty, use your smashed cloves to rub all sides of the grilled bread, infusing that garlic flavour in to every inch of the slices.
ASSEMBLY - Start by spooning pesto on to the bottoms of the sandwiches. Lay some crispy living lettuce followed by some sliced tomatoes. Season the toms with salt & pepper. Carefully slice up your cheesy chik'n and nestle that on top of the tomatoes. Top with pickled hot peppers and grate some grana padano over the sammies. Spread pesto on the top slices, close, and slice in half. Serve and ENJOY!