FRESH FROM FLORIDA: Grilled Florida Chicken Sandwich – Make This Perfect Summer Meal!

The perfect summer sandwich

BREVARD COUNTY, FLORIDA – Fresh from Florida shows us how to make a perfect summer meal. 

INGREDIENTS

■ 2 Florida chicken breasts, grilled

■ 1 Florida tomato, sliced thin

■ 2 cups Florida arugula

■ 3 garlic cloves

■ 1 lemon, zested and juiced

■ 1/2 cup olive oil

■ 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened to room temperature

■ Sandwich bread (your favorite)

■ Sea salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste

■ In a blender or food processor, combine arugula, garlic cloves, lemon zest, and juice, and pulse until combined.

■ Turn on low and slowly drizzle in olive oil until loose paste forms. Pour into a small bowl and set aside.

■ Heat grill to high.

■ Season chicken with salt and pepper and grill for four minutes on both sides.

■ Brush arugula pesto onto the chicken and continue to cook until the internal temperature reaches 165.

■ Remove and set aside to rest.

■ Spread butter on the inside of sandwich buns and place directly over heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until warm and toasted. Remove from grill and assemble the sandwich.

■ Serve with your favorite Florida vegetables.

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