Description
This Focaccia Sandwich with Roast Chicken Filling is a delicious and hearty Italian-inspired meal perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Featuring tender roast chicken, creamy mayonnaise-Dijon spread, fresh arugula, and melted cheese layered inside a flavorful focaccia loaf, this sandwich can be enjoyed cold or warmed up for a melty, satisfying bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Bread
- 1 large focaccia loaf (sliced horizontally)
Chicken Filling
- 2 cups cooked roast chicken (shredded or sliced)
Spread
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sandwich Toppings
- 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup arugula or baby spinach
- 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tomato (sliced)
- Optional: roasted red peppers or pesto for extra flavor
Instructions
- Prepare the spread: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Apply the spread: Spread the prepared mixture evenly on the cut sides of the focaccia bread to add flavor and moisture.
- Assemble the sandwich: On the bottom half of the focaccia, layer the sliced cheese, roast chicken, arugula, thinly sliced red onion, and tomato slices. If desired, add roasted red peppers or a layer of pesto for an extra burst of flavor.
- Close and press: Place the top half of the focaccia on the layered ingredients and press gently to compact the sandwich.
- Serve or warm: Slice the sandwich into portions. Serve cold immediately, or warm it in a panini press or oven for 5 minutes to melt the cheese and heat the fillings.
Notes
- Great for meal prep, picnics, or a hearty lunch option.
- Use store-bought rotisserie chicken for ease and convenience.
- Swap in your favorite cheese such as provolone or mozzarella.
- Greens like arugula or baby spinach work well; choose based on preference.
- Add roasted red peppers or pesto to customize the flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (optional heating: 5 minutes)
- Category: Main Course
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired
