Grilled Chicken, Roasted Eggplant and Mozzarella Ciabatta Sandwich

Baking sheet, parchment paper, large skillet

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Italian

Grilled Chicken, Roasted Eggplant, Mozzarella, Ciabatta Roll

lunch, dinner

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1 ciabatta roll

2 tablespoons olive oil

1/2 eggplant, sliced into 1/4 inch thick slices

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch thick

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

2 slices mozzarella cheese

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Place the eggplant slices on the prepared baking sheet and brush with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown and tender.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the remaining olive oil. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Slice the ciabatta roll in half lengthwise and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle each half with balsamic vinegar then top each half with mozzarella cheese slices followed by roasted eggplant slices then grilled chicken strips. Bake for 5 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Calories – 515 kcal; Fat – 20 g; Carbohydrates – 48 g; Protein – 33 g; Sodium – 785 mg; Sugar – 6 g

Enjoy this delicious Grilled Chicken, Roasted Eggplant and Mozzarella Ciabatta Sandwich in no time! It’s easy to make with just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your kitchen!

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