How to Make Best BLT Chicken Panini - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to sandwiches, the BLT is a classic that never fails to satisfy. The combination of crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, and fresh lettuce nestled between two slices of bread is truly a food lover's delight. But what if we took this beloved sandwich to the next level? Introducing the Best BLT Chicken Panini - a delicious union of the classic BLT and tender, grilled chicken, all pressed together in a warm and toasty panini.

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Ingredients

  • 4 slices 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 panini

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, 6 to 8minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels.
  • Spread mayonnaise on one side of the 4 slices of bread. Layer chicken slices, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, and bacon, in that order, over 2 slices of bread. Place the remaining 2 bread slices on the top, mayonnaise side down.
  • Heat a panini press over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray. Place sandwiches inside. Cook until heated through and the cheese starts to melt, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Cut panini in half and serve immediately.
  • Nutrition

    705 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 2531mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 63g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 45g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 322mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 385mg