Chicken Pesto Sandwich (meatless)

Portion Size: 1 Sandwich  

Ingredients: Yields: 8 servings

Ingredients Notes: 
½ cup nonfat Greek yogurtFor vegan: use vegan yogurt
1/2 cup olive oil
2 cups fresh basil leavesWashed, and trimmed
3 cloves garlicWashed and peeled
¼ cup pine nuts. 
1/3 cup Parmesan cheeseFor vegan: use vegan Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon salt 
2 cups chopped arugula or other greens Washed, trimmed and chopped
1 cup sliced tomatoWashed, trimmed and sliced thin
8 oz. shredded low-fat Mozzarella For vegan: use vegan Mozzarella cheese
1 lb. sliced thin meatless  grilled chicken strips
8 Baguette rolls or any type of bread to serve on. For vegan: use vegan bread. 

Directions:

Steps:Directions: Critical Control Point /Quality Assurance
1In a food processor, combine yogurt, oil, basil, garlic, pine nuts, salt and Parmesan cheese. Blend until smooth. 
2In a large bowl combine chicken and pesto. Chill until ready to serve. 
3Serve sandwiches on baguette with arugula, tomatoes, mozzarella and chicken pesto mixture. Serve immediately. 

Jacqueline Larson M.S., R.D.N. and Associates