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Cheesy Chicken and Artichoke Panini - Lunch Version

<p>Pressed between slices of golden homemade bread, gooey cheese and zesty chicken make this Cheesy Chicken and Artichoke Panini irresistible lunchtime fare.</p>
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cups Olive Oil
  • 1 1/4 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon mince Garlic, Cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoons Sea Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoons Black Pepper
  • 2/3 cups dice Artichoke Hearts, Marinated, Canned
  • 1 cup cook and shred Chicken, Boneless Breasts
  • 1/2 cups Spinach
  • 1/2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Shredded
  • 4 individual Mozzarella Cheese, Sliced
  • 2 individual French Bread, Whole Wheat

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Nutritional Information

  • 1 serving = 1 panini
  • 945 Calories
  • 32g Total Fat
  • 9g Sat Fat
  • 0g Trans Fat
  • 77mg Cholesterol
  • 1771mg Sodium
  • 119g Total Carb
  • 1g Fiber
  • 1g Total Sugars (Includes 0g Added Sugars)
  • 47g Protein
  • 26 WW Freestyle

Make It Now Cooking Directions

These directions are for cooking this recipe to serve immediately and NOT to freeze for later.

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper.
  2. In another bowl, mix together artichoke, chicken, spinach, parmesan and half of the liquid dressing.
  3. Layer slices of cheese and chicken mixture between the two layers of bread.
  4. Brush remaining dressing on outside layers of sandwich and grill until golden brown and cheese melts, pressing occasionally to compact sandwich, about 5 minutes per side.
  5. Cut into indicated number of sandwiches and serve.

Freeze For Later Cooking Directions

These directions help you cook or prepare this meal PRIOR to being frozen for serving later (see Serving Day Directions when you are ready to prepare it to eat).

Why would I want to freeze this?

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and pepper.
  2. In another bowl, mix together artichoke, chicken, spinach, parmesan and half of the liquid dressing.
  3. Layer slices of cheese and chicken mixture between the two layers of bread.
  4. Brush remaining dressing on outside layers of sandwich and grill until golden brown and cheese melts, pressing occasionally to compact sandwich, about 5 minutes per side.
  5. Let cool.
  6. Cut into indicated number of sandwiches, wrap in plastic wrap and divide among freezer bags. Label and freeze.

Make From Frozen Serving Day Directions

These directions help you cook or reheat this meal AFTER it's been frozen for when you are ready to eat it.

  1. Thaw: In fridge
  2. Warm in microwave for 30-60 seconds.

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