Transform an ordinary BLT into a gourmet sandwich by partnering it with a chicken panini. Use crusty bread, thinly-sliced roasted chicken from the deli, and those typical BLT ingredients. The whole family will enjoy this quick and easy sandwich recipe — it makes the best BLT chicken panini.
Ingredients
- 4 stripss bacon
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 4 slices ciabatta bread
- 8 ounces deli-sliced roasted chicken
- 2 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 leaves lettuce
- 4 slices tomato , or to taste
- cooking spray
Instructions
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1
Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
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2
Spread mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice. Divide and layer chicken, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and bacon, in that order, on 2 bread slices (mayonnaise sides). Place remaining 2 bread slices on top, mayonnaise-sides-down.
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3
Heat a panini press over medium-high heat according to manufacturer's instructions; coat with cooking spray. Place sandwiches inside; cook until heated through and cheese starts to melt, 5 to 7 minutes.
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4
Cut panini in half. Serve immediately.
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