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Yield: 4 sandwiches. 1 roasted chicken, deboned 3 tablespoons pesto 1 large baguette, halved lengthwise 10 fresh basil leaves 2 to 3 medium tomatoes, sliced Handful of arugula 2 tablespoons

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Yield: 4 sandwiches. 1 roasted chicken, deboned 3 tablespoons pesto 1 large baguette, halved lengthwise 10 fresh basil leaves 2 to 3 medium tomatoes, sliced Handful of arugula 2 tablespoons

Yield: 4 sandwiches.

1 roasted chicken, deboned
3 tablespoons pesto
1 large baguette, halved lengthwise
10 fresh basil leaves
2 to 3 medium tomatoes, sliced
Handful of arugula
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon salt
Ground black pepper to taste

Cut chicken into bite-size pieces and set aside.

Spread pesto on bottom half of the baguette from end to end. Layer on basil leaves, chicken, tomatoes, and arugula. Drizzle olive oil and vinegar over arugula. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to finish.

Close the baguette and cut to make 4 individual sandwiches. Wrap each sandwich tightly with plastic wrap, twisting at both ends. Wrap sandwiches again in parchment paper and place in the fridge until ready to serve.

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This story was published on Jun 10, 2025

Lynn Wells

Lynn Wells gained a fond respect and interest in cooking from her mother and Aunt Addie at the age of 8 in North Carolina. During college, Wells worked in a wide range of restaurants, from fine dining to family- owned. After graduating from UNC Greensboro with a degree in nutrition management and hospitality, Wells began a 21-year career in the nutrition department at Cone Health. In 2014, Wells started Thyme Well Spent Personal Chef Service, an in-home cooking experience for private clients, which continues today. Wells is also a food writer, food stylist, culinary consultant, and the recipe developer/writer for Our State.