Chicken & Bacon Caprese Panini Recipe

Elevate your menu with the Chicken & Bacon Caprese Panini—toasted sourdough layered with Tyson Red Label® Grilled Chicken, Jimmy Dean®  Bacon Pieces, mozzarella, tomato, sautéed spinach, basil pesto, and balsamic glaze. A quick-prep, foodservice-friendly recipe that blends classic Italian flavors with hearty proteins for a crave-worthy, versatile menu option.

Step 1: Pre-heat a panini press grill at 350°F.

Step 2: Place both slices of sourdough toast onto clean work surface. Spread basil pesto onto each slice.

Step 3: Place diced chicken breast and bacon pieces on one slice of sauced toast. Top with mozzarella cheese slices, balsamic glaze drizzle, sautéed spinach, and other slice of prepared toast.

Step 4: Spray panini grill with pan spray.

Step 5: Place sandwich onto panini grill and press down the top half of grill. Cook until cheese is melted and sandwich reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. 

Step 6: Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Sub-Recipe Directions

Sautéed Spinach

Step 1: Place a sauté pan over medium-high heat. 

Step 2: Add butter to pan and allow to melt.

Step 3: Add onion and garlic; sauté for about 1 minute or until ingredients become softened but not browned.

Step 4: Add spinach and salt to sauté pan; toss ingredients together and cook until spinach becomes wilted.

Step 5: Remove from pan and use as needed.