Layered with melty cheese, sliced avocado and tomato, smoked chicken and a flavorful bell pepper, garlic aioli - this panini is hearty and satisfying! Ready in minutes.
2 slices sourdough or Italian breadpreferably bakery bread
1-2 tablespoons sweet red pepper aioliRECIPE ON THIS SITE
⅓ - ½medium haas avocadosliced
2-3slicesripe tomato
¼poundsliced smoked chicken(can substitute smoked turkey or ham)
2tablespoonscheddar cheesegrated (can use 1-2 slices instead of grated)
2tablespoonsmozzarella cheesegrated (can use 1-2 slices instead of grated)
2teaspoons mayonnaisedivided
Instructions
Make Sandwich
Spread bread generously with red pepper aioli. Top one slice with cheese and chicken slices. Layer avocado and tomato on the other slice. Fold sandwich together and spread top of sandwich lightly with 1 teaspoon mayonnaise.
Heat a panini press or grill pan over medium high heat. Place the sandwich mayonnaise side down on the pan. Brush the top side of the sandwich with remaining teaspoon mayonnaise.
Griddle until the cheese is melted and the sandwich is golden brown and hot. Transfer to a cutting board and let it rest for one minute before slicing and serving.