Looking for an easy sandwich recipe for lunch or to take along a fun summer picnic? This chicken and prosciutto sandwich is piled high with delicious toppings that will make your belly do a happy dance! There’s a little sweet from peaches, some savoury flavour from crispy prosciutto and chicken (and a whole lot of tasty).
As we’re officially into summer, peach season and most definitely picnic season, today I’m sharing a scrumptious crispy prosciutto sandwich with chicken, peach and basil (oh, and a little balsamic reduction for good measure). A toasted sandwich never tasted so good!
This sandwich pairs wonderfully with frozen strawberry lemonade, may I add.
Why We Love This Prosciutto Sandwich
- There’s juicy chicken breast
- Crispy, salty prosciutto
- Creamy mozzarella
- Sweet peach
- Savoury, aromatic basil
- Balsamic reduction
Sounds yummy, right?
What Is Prosciutto?
Prosciutto is a type of Italian dry cured ham typically made from the leg of pork. It takes anywhere from months to years to make (cure) and it really is an art.
Prosciutto is buttery, a little salty and completely delicious! You could find it in the deli section of your supermarket and it’s often sold pre-packaged, thinly sliced.
I definitely didn’t grow up eating prosciutto, but hubby and I regularly enjoy these days because it’s just so versatile (and, of course, tasty).
Other Ways To Enjoy Prosciutto
- With charcuterie boards
- Melon salads with mozzarella or bocconcini
- Wrapped around asparagus and dunked in jammy eggs
- Wrapped around stuffed chicken breasts
- On pizza
- And so much more!
How To Assemble This Sandwich
Full details are in the recipe card below, but here are the basics:
- Spread mayonnaise on one side of the toasted bread.
- Top the bottom slice with mozzarella and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Add cooked chicken.
- Next layer on that crispy prosciutto.
- Layer peach slices, basil and a drizzle of balsamic reduction.
- Cover with top slice to form the sandwich and enjoy!
Tips and Variations
- Opt for store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time!
- Don’t have balsamic reduction on hand? Try a drizzle of honey!
- Swap out apple or pear for the peach.
- Arugula works lovely instead of basil
- Like a little heat? Try some chili flakes.
- I kept the chicken breast really simple with just a little salt and pepper. Feel free to season with some Italian seasoning if you like.
- Want to lighten things? Cut your bread slices on the thinner side and reduce the prosciutto by half. It’ll still taste delish!
- Want to indulge a little? Opt for brie cheese instead of mozzarella. Super yum too!
What To Serve With This Sandwich
Looking for some sides to round out your meal? This chicken prosciutto sandwich would pair lovely with:
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If you make this yummy chicken and prosciutto sandwich, be sure to leave a comment below!
Chicken Prosciutto Sandwich
Ingredients
- 8 ounces boneless and skinless chicken breast, or use store-bought cooked rotisserie chicken
- pinch salt
- pinch freshly ground black pepper, for mozzarella and chicken breast
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 4 slices sandwich bread, use your favourite bread
- 2 to 3 tablespoons mayonnaise, or to taste
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella, cut into slices
- 4 slices prosciutto, about 50 grams or about 1.5 to 2 ounces
- 1 peach, pitted and sliced
- few leaves fresh basil
- 2 teaspoons balsamic reduction, or honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Place the chicken breast on a sheet pan (or in a cast-iron pan). Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper and drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Bake the chicken breast for 23 to 25 minutes or until it's fully cooked through (the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit when checked with an instant-read meat thermometer). Once cooked, transfer the chicken breast to a plate to rest (while you are preparing the rest of your sandwich) before slicing. Alternatively, you can use store-bought cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.Note: Depending on the thickness of the chicken, you may have to cook longer. To check the internal temperature of the chicken, insert an instant-read meat thermometer into the thickest part of the meat, all the way to the middle. Remove the thermometer from the chicken after checking the temperature.
- Meanwhile, while the chicken is cooking, crisp prosciutto by placing in a skillet on the stovetop over medium heat, cooking until crispy (just a few minutes), turning once. Watch because it can burn quickly. Alternatively, you can place in the oven with the chicken during the last 5 to 8 minutes of cook time or until the prosciutto reaches your desired doneness. Again, watch carefully, because prosciutto can burn quickly!
- Toast bread and smear mayonnaise on one side of all 4 slices of bread.
- Distribute mozzarella and a pinch of black pepper between 2 of those slices of bread (over mayonnaise).
- On top of mozzarella, distribute cooked chicken, then crispy prosciutto, peach slices, basil and balsamic drizzle. Top with remaining slices of bread (mayonnaise side on the inside) to form the two sandwiches. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition estimate (if provided) is based on 1 Serving.
Nutrition information (if provided) is provided as a courtesy and should be considered an estimate only. Ingredients can vary and Girl Heart Food makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Tried this recipe?
If you do make this recipe, thank you!! It would mean so much if you could leave a comment below. Love to know how you enjoyed it, and it helps other readers too!
Jessie Rasmussen
This sandwich was amazing! I added honey crisp apples as it wasn’t peach season and grilled the sandwich to melt the cheese and it was a winner! The balsamic reduction and basil are a winning combo! Thank you for the recipe!
Dawn | Girl Heart Food
Thank you very much, Jessie!! Apples sound like a delicious substitution, and I bet the melty cheese was so good! Happy you enjoyed!!
Valentina
Oh my gosh — peaches + proscuitto! What a delicious combination. This sandwich must be out of this world. I’m totally in. 🙂 ~Valentina
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
So good! Thank you Valentina 🙂
Kevin
You can never go wrong with crunchy sandwiches during the summer, but even better when had year round! Love love love prosciutto!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
I agree and me too!! Thanks Kevin!
Matt - Total Feasts
Yum yum yum! I love everything going on in this sandwich Dawn. It sounds very Mediterranean, perfect for the heat!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Woo hoo! Thank you Matt 🙂
Alexandra @ It's Not Complicated Recipes
Oh my goodness, Dawn! Delicious!
Having just been drooling over at David @ Spiced Peach Ice Cream… well, this would be a delicious starter before that! Peach and Prosciutto – a match made in heaven!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Thanks so much, Alexandra! What a lovely combo 🙂
Marissa
I can’t get enough peaches this time of year and adding them to savory dishes like this adds that extra “something.” This sandwich looks and sounds fantastic, Dawn!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Definitely!! Thank you Marissa 🙂
Haylie / Our Balanced Bowl
This literally sounds SOOOO up my alley! I love prosciutto so much! And you know how I am about fresh peaches. The flavor combinations of the fresh basil, balsamic reduction, CHEESSSY mozzarella. I’m obsessed with this sandwich!!!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Yay! Thank you Haylie! So happy you like it 🙂
Kathy
I love peach season and I look for every way possible to eat fresh peaches. I have not yet added to a sandwich so you know this one is on my list. I love all those flavors and that crunchy toasted bread! Can’t wait to sink my teeth into this one.
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
I do too! Thank you Kathy 🙂 Enjoy!
mimi rippee
I’m not a big sandwich eater. I gain weight looking at sandwiches, sadly. But this one? I could eat it every day. It’s magnificent!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
LOL! Too funny! Thank you Mimi 🙂
Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen
You always make the best looking sandwiches! Peaches belong in more savory preparations if you ask me! Have a great weekend, Dawn!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
You’re so kind! Thank you Kelsie 🙂
Sarah
I’ll take mine with Brie and chili flakes please! I love peach on sandwiches (especially when there’s cheese! This sounds amazing 😍
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
You got it 😉 Thank you Sarah!!
Heidi | The Frugal Girls
What a gorgeous sandwich… and I love the addition of the peach!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Thank you so much, Heidi 🙂
Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers
This is my kind of sandwich Dawn! I love everything you have put in this sandwich, especially the peach with the salty prosciutto. Yum!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Thank you kindly, Jennifer 🙂
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Could there be a better sandwich? I think not!! Wow! This has everything I love and then some!! Happy weekend, my friend! xoxo
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
You’re so sweet! Thank you, my friend! XOXO
Katherine | Love In My Oven
EtIenne and I went on a kick a while ago where we put prosciutto on EVERYTHING, especially sandwiches! This is definitely our kind of sandwich, loaded up with all the fixings!!! Wishing this was packed in my cooler for the weekend!! XO
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Yay! Thank you Katherine! Maybe next time 😉 XO
Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen
I’m totally in love with this sandwich Dawn! That combination is a total winner! I’m adding peaches to everything lately too, so this will need to be recreated in my kitchen!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Thank you Mary Ann! Hope you love it 🙂
David @ Spiced
I absolutely love peach season! What a fun idea to incorporate peaches into this sandwich, Dawn. Truthfully speaking, I could eat a good sandwich for every meal of the day. I’m not kidding one bit! This sandwich sounds delicious, and that crispy prosciutto takes it over the top. I’m definitely putting this on my list of things to make. It would be perfect to take along on a day trip in the summer!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Me too! Thanks David! It sure would 😉
Leanne
The hubs and I definitely didn’t grow up eating prosciutto either! Turkey roll was a sandwich staple in my house as a kid! Now, you can usually find prosciutto in our fridge, and we love it on toasted sandwiches and pizza. Crispy is definitely the best way to enjoy it. Loving this sandwich Dawn! I’m really into the chicken and peach combo lately and pairing it with the salty prosciutto is brilliant!
Dawn - Girl Heart Food
Haha..right 😉 ?? Thanks so much, Leanne!