Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Southwestern Chicken Panini


I love panini’s. They are my favorite type of sandwich. Serve this with french fries or a mixed green salad.

2 cups cilantro
4 garlic cloves
1 jalapeno, halved and seeded
1 tbsp lime juice
salt and pepper for seasoning
2 tbsp olive oil
white or whole wheat panini bread (I used whole wheat)
sliced pepper jack cheese
boneless skinless chicken breast
southwestern seasoning

In a food processor, pulse cilantro, garlic, jalapeno, lime juice, olive oil and salt and pepper (just for seasoning) until you have a pesto consistency.

Season chicken with southwestern seasoning. Grill until cooked completely through. Wrap and foil and allow to rest for about 5 minutes. Tip….you may need to split your chicken breast in half, depending on thickness.

While chicken is grilling, begin to heat panini griddle.

Spread jalapeno cilantro mixed on both sides of the panini bread. Top with chicken and a slice of pepper jack cheese. Press in panini griddle until both sides of the bread are nicely browned and crispy. Serve and ENJOY!!!!!

Wine pairing...........Tempranillo.

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