Open Faced Chicken, Apple and Arugula Sandwich.
Open Faced Chicken, Apple and Arugula Sandwich
Prep time.
Prep time
15-20.
15-20
Cook time.
Cook time
15-20.
15-20
Total time.
Total time
30-40.
30-40
Serves.
Serves
2.
2
This Open-Faced Chicken, Apple & Arugula Sandwich layers smoky grilled chicken with crisp honey-drizzled apples on charred ACE Bakery® Pane Rustico for a rustic base. Peppery arugula and juicy cherry tomatoes add brightness, while crumbled bacon and tangy Gorgonzola bring rich, savory depth. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic and a hint of lemon zest, it’s a colorful, flavor-packed bite that feels both wholesome and indulgent — ideal for alfresco lunches or anytime you want a sandwich that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
This Open-Faced Chicken, Apple & Arugula Sandwich layers smoky grilled chicken with crisp honey-drizzled apples on charred ACE Bakery® Pane Rustico for a rustic base. Peppery arugula and juicy cherry tomatoes add brightness, while crumbled bacon and tangy Gorgonzola bring rich, savory depth. Finished with a drizzle of balsamic and a hint of lemon zest, it’s a colorful, flavor-packed bite that feels both wholesome and indulgent — ideal for alfresco lunches or anytime you want a sandwich that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Ingredients2 slices ACE Bakery® Pane Rustico2 apples, sliced thin1 tbsp honey2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oilzest of 1 lemon2 tbsp Balsamic VinegarKosher Salt and Pepper4 cups fresh arugula or spring salad mix1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved4 strips crispy bacon, crumbled4 oz gorgonzola cheese, crumbled.
Ingredients
- 2 slices ACE Bakery® Pane Rustico
- 2 apples, sliced thin
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar
- Kosher Salt and Pepper
- 4 cups fresh arugula or spring salad mix
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 strips crispy bacon, crumbled
- 4 oz gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
InstructionsPreheat your grill, grill pan or cast iron skillet to medium high and brush the grates with olive oil.Drizzle the apples with honey.Add the chicken to a bowl and toss with the olive.Rub the cut sides of the Pane Rustico with olive oil. Place, cut side down on the grill and grill for about 2-3 minutes per side or until lightly charred.To the grill, add the chicken, grill for 5-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked Remove from the grill and let rest 5 minutes then thinly slice the chicken. During the same time, grill the apples for 2-3 minutes or until light char marks appear, flip and grill another 2-3 minutes.To assemble, arrange the salad greens on the grilled bread, top with tomatoes, chicken, apples, bacon and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with lemon zest. Enjoy! .
Instructions
- Preheat your grill, grill pan or cast iron skillet to medium high and brush the grates with olive oil.
- Drizzle the apples with honey.
- Add the chicken to a bowl and toss with the olive.
- Rub the cut sides of the Pane Rustico with olive oil. Place, cut side down on the grill and grill for about 2-3 minutes per side or until lightly charred.
- To the grill, add the chicken, grill for 5-8 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked Remove from the grill and let rest 5 minutes then thinly slice the chicken. During the same time, grill the apples for 2-3 minutes or until light char marks appear, flip and grill another 2-3 minutes.
- To assemble, arrange the salad greens on the grilled bread, top with tomatoes, chicken, apples, bacon and cheese. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with lemon zest. Enjoy!