Spicy Chicken Florentine Panini

by: Chef Ed Richardson


YIELDS
2
Prep Time
5
Cook Time
5-8

Ingredients

  • 2 small chicken breasts, grilled or griddled, sliced thin

  • 2 cups fresh spinach

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 Tablespoon olive oil

  • 1–2 Tablespoons Calabrian chili paste (or substitute Sriracha)

  • 4 slices provolone or mozzarella cheese

  • 4 slices rustic Italian bread

  • 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise

  • butter or olive oil, for grilling

  • pinch of salt and pepper

Instructions

Cook Spinach

On the Wolf Griddle, heat olive oil and sauté the garlic until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook just until wilted. Season lightly with salt and pepper, then move aside.

Prepare Chicken

Cook chicken till done. Toss the sliced chicken with Calabrian chili paste for heat and flavor. Warm on the griddle until coated and slightly caramelized.

Assemble Sandwiches

Spread mayonnaise (or aioli) on the inside of each bread slice. Layer the cheese, spicy chicken, and garlicky spinach, then top with another slice of bread.

Grill

Brush the outside of the bread with butter or olive oil. Place on the griddle, press down gently, and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until the bread is golden and the cheese is melted.

Serve

Cut the sandwiches on a diagonal and serve hot with chips or a simple arugula salad.


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